Description

A rare and beautifully bound early 19th-century edition of The Improvisatrice and Other Poems by the celebrated poet Letitia Elizabeth Landon, known by her initials L.E.L.

This 1825 edition, published by Hurst, Robinson & Co., features exquisite gilt tooling to the spine and boards, and a richly patinated leather binding with an engraved title page and vignette illustration.

Letitia Elizabeth Landon was a prominent literary figure of the Romantic era, often compared to Byron and Shelley for her impassioned verse and tragic personal life.

The Improvisatrice, her first major work, brought her immediate fame for its emotional depth and lyrical quality. This edition compiles the titular poem and other selections from her early poetic career.

A true collector’s gem, this volume exemplifies Regency-era literary aesthetics and makes a distinguished addition to any rare book library.