James Thomson — The Seasons

London, W. Suttaby, B. Crosby and Co. 1808 . Hardback. A copy of James Thomson's celebrated poem cycle surrounding the four seasons, bound in the publisher's original paper-covered boards. Bound in the publisher's paper-covered boards.The Uniform Edition published by Suttaby, Crosby, Scatcherd & Letterman. Comprised of 'The Seasons' collection of four poems written by Scottish author, James Thomson.Each poem was published one season at a time, starting with 'Winter', which initially appeared in 1726, with 'Summer', 'Spring' and 'Autumn' following in 1727, 1728 and 1730. This lengthy poem reflects on the countryside and nature, being very well received at the time and translated into a number of different languages. With a Life of Thomson to the front of the work. Illustrated with a frontispiece and engraved title page. Bound in the publisher's paper-covered boards. Externally, generally smart, with slight rubbing to the extremities and joints, causing a small amount of loss to the head and tail of the spine. Front joint has cracked, with a few small horizontal tears to the backstrip. Internally, binding is generally firm, with pages roughly cut. Pages are a little age toned, with light scattered spotting. Good . Ill.: None. Good .