Superb handwritten poem 'The Sarcastic Fair' on 4.5 x 7 light blue stationery, signed 'W. D. Howells' and dated 'Ohio, 1854.' In full: 'Her mouth is a honey-blossom,/No doubt, as the poet sings;/But within her lips, the petals,/Lurks a cruel bee that stings.' Accompanied by an 8 x 11 image of the poet. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.
