Thomas Gray — Poems by Mr. Gray

London, John Murray, 1786 . Leather. A beautifully illustrated 'New Edition' of the poetry of Thomas Gray, the writer best known for 'Elegy Written in a Country Churchyard&apos. A scarce, posthumously published, 'New Edition' of Gray's works.Illustrated with an engraved title page, and six further plates. Collated, complete.Gray was a highly self-critical writer who published only thirteen poems in his lifetime, despite his popularity. He was offered the position of Poet Laureate in 1757 after the death of Colley Cibber, but declined as he was fearful of failure.ESTC T132351Rebacked, with endpapers renewed.This volume includes the poet's best known work, 'Elegy Written in a Country Churchyard&apos. Rebacked, in a full calf binding. Retaining the original boards. Externally, excellent, with light rubbing to board perimeters. Endpapers renewed. Front hinge strained, but firmly held. Internally, firmly bound. Pages a touch age toned, with light spotting throughout. Very Good . Ill.: Not Stated. Very Good .