(Oxford: Oxford University Press, 1907).

Oxford University s scholarly look at French Verse. Starting with the earliest poets of the 13th century it seeks to include both those writing in the strictly French tradition and those that took from the changing language and culture their words and topics. Sample poetry is given from every one of these centuries. Item #30364

First edition. 8vo, Very handsomely bound in full navy-blue morocco gilt by Ramage of London, the spine with raised bands separating compartments decorated with multi gilt tooled fleurs-de-lys and gilt stops, two compartments lettered in gilt, gilt edges and fine gilt turnovers to the binding, marbled end-leaves, all edges gilt. xxxv, 492 pp. An excellent copy, in very fine condition and as pristine.