What does the cryptic crossword clue "Invitation for Keats: a novel to devour (4,1,4)" mean?

The definition is "Invitation". The wordplay uses anagram, charade. anagram of KEATSA ("Keats: a") + EAT (synonym of "devour") [anagram: "novel"] = TAKEASEAT; definition: "Invitation" The answer is TAKEASEAT.

Invitation for Keats: a novel to devour (4,1,4)

Guardian Cryptic #29185 | 19 Across | 2023-09-26 flower

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