Casey, Maie

Verses; Drawings by Frances Burke [cover title]

Melbourne, Australia: McLaren & Co. Pty. Ltd., 1963. 8vo, (19)pp in printed wrappers. Slightly rubbed; fine. Item #206721

The first two books of poems by Casey, the Australian baroness, aviatrix, and writer, with illustrations by Burke who was known primarily as a textile artist. Copy number 252 of an unspecified limited edition, this copy warmly inscribed by Casey to Marie Bullock, the prominent American supporter of poets. Laid in is a single page typescript poem, the last line of which was completely rewritten for its publication in this book.

Price: $125.00