De Shcho z Kobzaria [Something from Kobzar].

£950 · Offered by Shapero Rare Books

A scarce collection of Shevchenko's work printed in Kharkiv starting with 'before 1844' and ending in 1861, including poems such as Kalyna, Pustka, Sotnik and many more. Not found in OCLC. First edition, 16mo (16 x 12 cm); 135pp., some loss to edge of final leaves, minor spotting throughout, ownership inscription to first leaf, decorative lettrines and headpieces throughout; original green printed wrappers with Shevchenko's portrait to upper wrapper, a little faded, repairs to spine, lower wrappers stained, ownership inscription in black ink to corner of upper cover, a very good copy.

• Binding: Hardcover

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