Philadelphia: Lippincott, 1892. First Edition of the author's first book.Illuminated title-page; 11 plates inserted in the text as well as head and tail pieces by various artists, some in color. Bound in original green cloth stamped in gilt, top edge gilt. A fine copy of a rare book. Issued when Norris was only 21; his only attempt at heroic verse (he was a Harvard undergrad at the time) - an interesting form for the future exponent of naturalism and author of Macteague.