Ten Poems. Queen’s University of Belfast (Festival Publications), [1965]. First Edition, Second Issue. Green card covers, titled in black with an image of a herald with a horn on upper cover. A fine bright copy.

This rare pamphlet marks Michael Longley’s first published collection, issued by Festival Publications, the same imprint responsible for Seamus Heaney’s scarce debut.

Appearing four years before his acclaimed full-length volume No Continuing City (1969), this early work showcases Longley’s emerging voice and poetic craftsmanship.

A key piece of literary history for collectors of Irish poetry.