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Cave Birds: An alchemical cave drama

Cave Birds: An alchemical cave drama

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Condition: Very Good

Book Notes: Books contains minor shelf wear. Pages are clean and in great shape. Binding is tight. The dust jacket has two large tears. One going down center of the front and one along spine.

Author(s): Ted Hughes, Leonard Baskin

Publication year: 1978

Publication date: 1978-01-01
Pages: 64
Binding: Hardcover

Language: English

Publisher: Faber and Faber

ISBN: 0571109764
Dimensions: 1.0 x 1.0 x 1.0 in

A collaborative work by poet Ted Hughes and artist Leonard Baskin. Through a sequence of 29 poems paired with haunting, mythic bird-man drawings, the narrative tracks a protagonist who is put on trial, executed, sent to the underworld, and ultimately transformed and reborn. The journey functions as an allegorical critique of modern humanity's crimes against nature and a deeply personal reflection on guilt, loss, and spiritual redemption.

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  • Like New

    This book is in excellent condition and appears to have been read only once. The pages are clean and unmarked, with no creases or stains. The binding remains firm and tight. There may be minimal signs of shelf wear on the cover or dust jacket, but overall, the book looks and feels nearly new.

  • Very Good

    This book has been read but remains in great condition. It does not look new, yet there is no obvious damage to the cover. Wear and tear are minimal. The pages are clean, free of highlighting or notes, though it may contain identifying marks from a previous owner or bookstore.

  • Good

    This book shows moderate to heavy signs of wear that can include creases, stains or tears. The cover may have minimal damage, and the binding remains intact with slight wear. The majority of pages are undamaged, though there may be some highlighting, underlining, or notes. It may also contain identifying marks from a previous owner or bookstore.

  • Acceptable

    This book shows significant wear, which may include tears, large stains, creases, loose pages, and heavy notes, underlining, or highlighting. The binding may be loose but remains intact. While it has noticeable imperfections, it is still a complete and readable copy. Any major defects will be clearly noted in the listing.

  • As Described

    This book is visibly worn and may be heavily soiled, scuffed, stained, or spotted. It may have loose joints, hinges, or pages, and some text or pages may be missing. Large tears and other significant defects may be present. While still a readable copy, it shows substantial signs of use. Any major flaws will be clearly noted in the listing.

  • Dust Jacket Grading

    (A) Excellent
    The dust jacket is in excellent condition, may show the slightest signs of shelf wear, if any.

    (B) Good
    Shows minor shelf wear, usually along edges and may have a few light stains.

    (C) Fair
    Displays moderate shelf wear, including some noticeable small tears, creasing and/or stains.

    (D) Poor
    Contains large tears, several creases, and/or heavy staining.

    (F) As Is
    Shows significant wear and tear. Majority of dust jacket is torn or missing. May contain heavy staining.