Poetica Erotica: A Collection of Rare and Curious Amatory Verse edited by T.R. Smith

$25.00

A hard cover copy with black boards, gilt lettering and motif on spine and no dust jacket. There is a previous owners black ink label on the inside front cover. There is some rubbing and wear to the edges of the book and spine. There is some foxing and toning throughout but the text is clear and legible.

Publisher: Horace Liveright, Inc, New York

Publication Date: 1927

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Poetica Erotica is a book that was first published in 1921 by Thomas Robert Smith. It is a collection of rare and curious amatory verse, which means that it contains poetry that is focused on love, desire, and sexuality. The book features a variety of poems from different authors and time periods, including works from the ancient Greeks and Romans, as well as more contemporary pieces.The poems in Poetica Erotica are often explicit in nature and deal with themes such as lust, passion, and sensuality. Some of the poems are written in a more traditional style, while others are more experimental in their form and structure. The book also includes an introduction by the editor, in which he discusses the history of erotic poetry and its place in literature.Overall, Poetica Erotica is a fascinating and thought-provoking collection of poetry that explores the many facets of human desire and sexuality. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of erotic literature or who simply enjoys reading poetry that is both beautiful and provocative.

WARNING; May contain material that could cause offense to some readers.18t

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Weight 1.450 kg