{"product_id":"martin-tupper-ballads-1851-leather","title":"1851 Martin Tupper Ballads for the Times Gilt Leather Poetry","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"739\" data-start=\"159\"\u003eA striking little Victorian gift book in a richly gilt full leather binding, this 1851 edition of \u003cem data-end=\"296\" data-start=\"257\"\u003eBallads for the Times and Other Poems\u003c\/em\u003e by Martin F. Tupper has the kind of shelf presence that immediately catches the eye. The black pebbled leather covers are decorated in gold, the spine is handsomely tooled in gilt with raised bands, and the text block is finished with gilt edges. It is a very appealing example of the mid nineteenth century gift binding tradition, when publishers issued poetry and literary works in decorative formats meant to be read, displayed, and given.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1439\" data-start=\"741\"\u003eTupper was one of the most widely read English authors of his day, best known for \u003cem data-end=\"846\" data-start=\"823\"\u003eProverbial Philosophy\u003c\/em\u003e and for poetry that spoke directly to the moral, political, and social concerns of Victorian readers. \u003cem data-end=\"972\" data-start=\"949\"\u003eBallads for the Times\u003c\/em\u003e reflects that world, with poems shaped by the public debates and religious seriousness of the era. This copy also includes engraved illustrations, adding to its visual appeal and making it especially attractive for collectors of Victorian decorative bindings, poetry, and finely produced small-format books. A strong choice for someone building a library with character, or for a buyer drawn to handsome nineteenth century leather bindings with real period presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e[d]Author | Martin F. Tupper [d]Title | Ballads for the Times and Other Poems [d]Publisher | Arthur Hall, Virtue \u0026amp; Co. [d]Date | 1851 (early edition) [d]Binding | Full black pebbled leather with gilt tooled covers and spine, raised bands, gilt edges [d]Dimensions | 6.5 in H x 4.25 in W x 1.25 in D [d]Origin | London, England [d]Inscription | Faint pencil ownership inscription or signature to front endpaper\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e[condition] The binding is structurally sound and remains attractive, with light general rubbing and handling wear consistent with its age. The gilt decoration to the boards and spine is bright and crisp throughout. Interior is complete as photographed, with all engraved plates present. Scattered foxing appears throughout, heaviest on some illustrated leaves and the preliminary pages, along with light age toning to the text block. A faint pencil ownership inscription or signature appears to the front endpaper. A solid and handsome mid-nineteenth century copy that presents very well.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Austyn Marie Design","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51081588605206,"sku":"AMD-02751","price":400.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/4623\/5926\/files\/Drews_Books_3.3-3467.jpg?v=1772834799","url":"https:\/\/austyn-marie.myshopify.com\/products\/martin-tupper-ballads-1851-leather","provider":"Austyn Marie Design","version":"1.0","type":"link"}