Alfred Tennyson — The Princess: A Medley

London, Strahan and Co. Publishers , 1872. Leather. An attractive morocco-bound copy of Alfred Tennyson's serio-comic poem, 'The Princess&apos. Later edition, published during Tennyson's time as Poet Laureate. In a contemporary full red morocco binding, with decorative gilt, raised bands and dentelles. Retaining original blanks. Tennyson's narrative poem tells the story of a heroic princess who forswears the world of men and founds a women's university where men are forbidden to enter. Later, she returns to the love of the prince to whom she is betrothed. Tennyson planned the poem in the late 1830s after discussing the idea with Emily Sellwood, whom he later married in 1850. In a contemporary full red morocco binding. Externally, smart, with, with moderate rubbing to the extremities and a few small marks to the boards. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are generally bright, with a few scattered spots throughout. Contemporary gift inscription to the front free endpaper. Very Good . Ill.: None. Very Good .