First edition second issue binding in black cloth. Generally regarded as the first issue. Published by Faber and Faber, 1984. Signed by Seamus Heaney and dated 25, VI, 87. Represents his first poetry collection in five years. The book contains the long title poem preceded by a group of meditative lyrics and followed by the voice of the legendary Sweeney, King of Ulster. Book is fine, dust jacket also. Heaney was awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature.
Offered by Judith Hendra, Topanga Books
$600.00
To purchase, contact Judith Hendra at judithhendra3@gmail.com
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