Beautiful red leather bound edition of Poems of Tennyson published by Oxford, featuring gilt decoration and a school prize crest from York House School, Stony Stratford. The front cover bears the school emblem with the motto “Seek the Highest”, and the book contains a presentation inscription dated 1927. Prize books like this were traditionally awarded to students for academic achievement, making this a lovely piece of local educational history. Details • Title: Poems of Tennyson • Leather bound with gilt decoration • Oxford edition • School crest: York House School, Stony Stratford • Presentation inscription dated 1927 Condition Good vintage condition with age-related wear to the leather and edges, consistent with its age. A charming collectible for book collectors, poetry lovers or those with a connection to Stony Stratford / local history.
