Beyond Howth Head. Poetry Ireland Editions II. Dublin Dolmen Press, 1970. First Edition. Pp 16. Orange wrappers printed in black, covers lightly faded contents in fine condition.

One of Mahon’s early standalone works, preceding his more widely known collections like Night-Crossing (1968) and Lives (1972).

Derek Mahon was born in Belfast in 1941. A member of Aosdána, he received numerous literary awards. He died at home in Kinsale, County Cork, on 2 October 2020.