1890 The Blue Fairy Book 3rd Edition EX RARE LANG Fairytale J. J Ford 1st/3rd
Item History & Price
The Blue Fairy Book, Andrew Lang, Illus H.D Ford/ Jacomb Hood, Longmans, Green And Co, 1890, 390pp +16pp catalogueKey feature: A very rare third edition of this most sought-after of Lang's fairy books
About the book: Here is a very rare third edition of Andrew Lang's Blue Fairy Book.This was actually the first book in the series, and a truly seminal text.Often considered as the work that paved the way for the Golden Age of Illustration.A beautiful work brimming with Art Nouveau... beauty.
Starting at just 99p.
Condition report:
In Fair to Good Condition
See photos for accurate description.Covers somewhat dulled, Damage and loss to top and bottom of spine and split to side approx 2 inchesSome light pulling to a few early pages Some cracking to bindingMissing ffep (blank page at front)Otherwise completeSome grubby marks and wear but overall reasonably attractive
Please note that I am happy to post worldwide but please contact me for a price first!
About the book: Here is a very rare third edition of Andrew Lang's Blue Fairy Book.This was actually the first book in the series, and a truly seminal text.Often considered as the work that paved the way for the Golden Age of Illustration.A beautiful work brimming with Art Nouveau... beauty.
Starting at just 99p.
Condition report:
In Fair to Good Condition
See photos for accurate description.Covers somewhat dulled, Damage and loss to top and bottom of spine and split to side approx 2 inchesSome light pulling to a few early pages Some cracking to bindingMissing ffep (blank page at front)Otherwise completeSome grubby marks and wear but overall reasonably attractive
Please note that I am happy to post worldwide but please contact me for a price first!
