The Poetical Works of Matthew Arnold 1890, first edition book published by MacMillan shortly after his death. The book is in complete good condition for its' age with few marks and very minimal foxing, the spine and corners are leather bound and all show signs of wear from age and useage. The book measures 19 x 13.5 x 3.8cm.

His Wikipedia entry reads as follows: 'Matthew Arnold (1822 – 1888) was an English poet and cultural critic who worked as an inspector of schools. He was the son of Thomas Arnold, the celebrated headmaster of Rugby School, and brother to both Tom Arnold, literary professor, and William Delafield Arnold, novelist and colonial administrator. Matthew Arnold has been characterised as a sage writer, a type of writer who chastises and instructs the reader on contemporary social issues. He was also an inspector of schools for thirty-five years, and supported the concept of state-regulated secondary education.'

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