The Selected Letters Of Robinson Jeffers Inscribed By Blanche Mathias + Photo

Description: Title The Selected Letters of Robinson Jeffers, 1897–1962 Publisher: The Johns Hopkins Press Date: 1968 Condition •Dust jacket: Minor tear on the spine edge and light shelf wear. •Cover: Clean with no visible damage. •Text block: Clean and free of foxing. •Inscription: Contains a handwritten note from Blanche Mathias, a close family friend of Robinson and Una Jeffers. Description This is a 1968 edition of The Selected Letters of Robinson Jeffers, edited by Ann N. Ridgeway, with a foreword by Mark Van Doren. This copy is particularly unique as it includes a handwritten note from Blanche Mathias, a notable figure in the Jeffers’ circle and their longtime family friend as well as an original photograph of the three of them. Blanche was a significant presence in their lives, often corresponding with the couple and deeply involved in the Carmel literary scene. The book includes a personal photograph of Robinson Jeffers, Una Jeffers, and Blanche Mathias, adding further historical and sentimental value. Blanche’s note, dated July 16, 1969, speaks to her relationship with the Jeffers and reflects the profound connections between these literary and intellectual figures. Blanche Mathias (1887–1980): Blanche Mathias was a prominent poet and literary figure known for her deep involvement in the Carmel literary and artistic community. Her poetry, marked by a lyrical and spiritual quality, was featured in various publications, and she published her own volumes of verse during her career. Mathias developed a close and enduring friendship with Robinson and Una Jeffers, beginning in the early 20th century. She frequently visited the Jeffers at their home, Tor House, in Carmel, and their correspondence reveals the mutual admiration and shared intellectual and artistic pursuits that characterized their relationship. Mathias was particularly drawn to Robinson Jeffers’s philosophy of “Inhumanism” and the grandeur of his poetry, which often mirrored her own contemplative and nature-inspired works. In addition to her literary endeavors, Mathias was known for her work as an art collector and philanthropist, championing cultural causes in California. Her contributions to the arts and her connections to significant literary figures of her time make her a notable figure in 20th-century America. A valuable addition for collectors of Robinson Jeffers, California literary history, or 20th-century correspondence. Items will ship promptly and be packaged securely. There are no marks or tears to the text block, including no prior ownership marks aside from the inscription and photo from Blanche.

Price: 460.75 USD

Location: Petaluma, California

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