William Cowper — Poems by the Late William Cowper

London, John Sharp , 1811. First edition. Leather. The first edition of this collection of poetry by 18th century English poet, William Cowper, leading figure of the Romantic poetry movement. A complete collection of the poetical works of eighteenth century English poet William Cowper (1731-1800). Cowper was a leading figure of the Romantic poetry movement, writing on scenes of daily life in the English countryside.Complete in two volumes.The first edition of this work, published just ten years after the poet's death. Containing twelve engraved plates, collated and complete. Also containing an additional title page bound into each volume, from the 1811 edition of Poems by William Cowper published by Johnson. Containing the bookplate of Reverend Christopher Bowen to the front pastedown of each volume. In contemporary full calf binding. Externally, some light shelf wear and rubbing to the spines and extremities. Joints are tender to Volume I, with the rear joint starting slightly at the head. Front board to Volume II is held by cords only. Previous owner's bookplate to the front pastedown of each volume. Internally, hinges are tender, and the front hinge to Volume II is held with cords only. Remaining binding is firm. A few spots to the pages, but pages are generally bright and clean. Good Only . Ill.: Richard Westall. Good Only .