R. B. Greaves — Lays by the Way

London, Erskine Macdonald Ltd , 1920. First edition. Hardback. A very scarce book of poems from one R. B. Greaves, being the author's presentation copy gifted to his good friend. Author's presentation copy. A very scarce copy of these verses, with only one copy held institutionally by the British Library. Recipient's inscription to the front paste down, offering a sketch of the author and noting that they were friends for many years.In the original paper covered boards. Includes the poems 'Derbyshire Dales', 'Old Clem' and 'A Love Tragedy&apos. Really a very scarce work from an unfortunately unknown poet. In the original paper covered boards. Externally, with a few minor tide marks to the boards. Slight rubbing and bumping to the extremities. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are bright and generally clean. With recipient's biographical sketch inscribed to the front paste down and presentation inscription to the front free endpaper. Toning to the half title and last page. Very Good . Ill.: None. Very Good .