The Book Of Fairy Tales:
 Comprising Puss in Boots, Jack and the Bean-Stalk, Hop-o'-My-Thumb, Beauty and the Beast

"Pictured" by H.M. Brock 

DESCRIPTION:

Stunning detailed illustrations accompany the text throughout the book, accented with numerous full-color plates.

  • All illustrations are vibrant, lively and beautifully detailed.
  • The illustrator, Henry Matthew Brock is best known for his classic Victorian and Edwardian fiction.
  • High-quality, early 20th Century printing and binding, with beveled covers, blind tooling and 3 ink colors on front.
  • Binding: Hardback
  • Publishing Information: Frederick Warne & Co. (London & New York) C. 1916 
  • Dimensions: 9 x 11.25 inches (approx).

CONDITION:

  • Book is overall in Very Good condition. It clearly has a lot of use, but also clearly had excellent care.
  • Most of the minimal wear to this book is seen on the covers, which show dirt, light rubbing at corners, and crushed spine ends. All ink is clear and bright.
  • Gutter behind 1/2 title page has a 2" crack from head. Small tear at top edge of back endpage.
  • Inside pages are clean and lightly tanned with few signs of aging. Colored plates are bright, while text and B&W drawings are crisp.
  • AS IS! Please see photos. More photos available upon request.
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Weight for this item is estimated between 2-3 lb.
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