The Green Child Herbert Read and Kenneth Rexroth

$8

Fourth printing. Paperback cover has significant wear, scuffs, small marks and stains, and bending. Spine has significant reading creases and wear. Pages have some marks but largely are clean and the binding is secure.

This well-loved copy of Herbert Read’s “The Green Child” bears the patina of a cherished book. Published in 1935, it explores the human condition through a mysterious green-skinned child, drawing inspiration from medieval folklore and Romantic poets. While the cover shows wear, the pages hold a timeless tale of innocence, alienation, and belonging that has captivated readers for generations. A treasured addition to any collector’s library.

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SKU: VB67-171 Category: Product Condition: Used

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Fourth printing. Paperback cover has significant wear, scuffs, small marks and stains, and bending. Spine has significant reading creases and wear. Pages have some marks but largely are clean and the binding is secure.

This well-loved copy of “The Green Child” by Herbert Read bears the patina of a book that has been cherished and read many times over. Published in 1935, this novel is a poignant exploration of the human condition, told through the eyes of a mysterious green-skinned child discovered in the English countryside. Read, an influential literary critic and poet, drew inspiration from medieval folklore and the writings of the Romantic poets to craft this hauntingly beautiful allegory.

While the cover shows signs of wear, the pages within hold a timeless tale that has captivated readers for generations. The novel’s themes of innocence, alienation, and the search for belonging resonate deeply, making it a treasured addition to any collector’s library. This fourth printing offers a unique opportunity to own a piece of literary history that has stood the test of time.

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Weight 6.4 lbs
Dimensions 19.56 × 13.21 × 1.27 in
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