Robert Penn Warren — New and Selected Poems 1923–1985 – Franklin Library, 1985 — Limited Signed First Edition, leather-bound Introduction A finely bound signed first edition of New and Selected Poems 1923–1985 by Robert Penn Warren, issued by The Franklin Library in 1985 exclusively for members of The Signed First Edition Society. Full brown leather binding with gilt decoration, raised bands, all edges gilt, marbled endpapers, and a silk ribbon marker. Personally signed by the author. Content This edition gathers Warren’s poetry from across six decades, reflecting the development of one of America’s most distinguished literary voices. It includes selections from You, Emperors, and Others (1957–1960), Promises (1954–1956), Selected Poems (1923–1943), and the later collection Altitudes and Extensions (1980–1984). Warren’s themes range from history and memory to personal reflection, cementing his place as a Pulitzer Prize–winning poet and novelist. Features and Specifications • Publisher: The Franklin Library, Franklin Center, Pennsylvania • Year: 1985 • Limited signed first edition • Binding: Full brown leather with gilt decoration • Signed by the author on a special limitation page • Gilt page edges, raised bands, ribbon marker, marbled endpapers • Illustrated with wood engravings by Christopher Wormell Condition Excellent. Leather binding clean and bright with only minimal shelfwear. Gilt edges fresh and intact. Interior pages crisp, clean, and free of markings. A collector’s copy, very well preserved. Shipping Securely packaged and shipped with tracking to ensure safe delivery.