Sophia Trenton. A moral poem

Bacon, Leonard

Stanford, CA: Stanford University Press, 1920. Staplebound. 27, [1]pp., wraps. 9.75 x 6.5 in. Toning to edges of covers; else Very Good.

First separate printing of an original work by the poet and professor who won the Pilitzer in 1941. A poem in 96 octets tells the story of Sophia Trenton who attends Barnard College, becomes obsessed with a professor who introduces her to the Romanticists, makes a life-long friend, and earns a doctorate in literature. With several references to World War One. “Phi Beta Kappa poem at Stanford University, June 19, 1920. Reprinted from the Chapter proceedings.”.

Cat.No: 304829

Price: $35.00