Aesop - Fables - 1900
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Aesop's Fables, illustrated edition by Harrison Weir, first edition thus, hardback, 224 pages, published circa 1900 by Ward, Lock & Co., London, featuring 8 tipped‑in colour plates and 110 illustrations in English.
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This is a rare first edition thus copy, of "Aesop's Fables", featuring 8 tipped-in colour plates and 110 illustrations by the famous artist, Harrison Weir. The book remains in Fair condition and it would make a great addition to any children's illustrated library or private collection.
CONDITION & FEATURES
- Fair overall condition
- Rare First Edition Thus copy
- Beautiful decorative Front Board & Spine
- 8 tipped-in colour plates + 110 black & white illustrations
- Pages are generally straight and clean - some age related marks
- Text-block is complete except for Half Title & Front Free Endpaper
- Binding and Hinges are secure
- Boards are straight - minor wear and a few marks
- Spine is straight & neat - small split at the head
- No inscriptions or scribbles
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SUMMARY
- Aesop's Fables
- Illustrated by Harrison Weir
- Undated, Printed circa 1900, First Edition Thus
- Published by Ward, Lock & Co., London
- Hardback
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CONDITION TERMINOLOGY
Fine (F): An excellent copy, showing next to no wear. Likely unread.
Near Fine (NF): Small signs of wear, but still an excellent copy. Possibly unread.
Very Good (VG): A very good copy. Expect a few signs of wear but nothing overtly detrimental to the book. Lightly read.
Good (G): A generally very good copy, but with the possibility of either a large number of minor defects, or a few more significant defects which will be noted.
Fair: An average book that has complete text pages but may lack endpapers, half-title, etc. Binding, jacket (if any), etc., may also be worn. May require repairs.
Poor: A book that is heavily worn, possibly with broken joints, hinges, missing pages, etc. Generally only rare books are sold in this condition. Likely to require repairs.
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SHIPPING
Please be aware; you may be liable for locally payable customs/duties/import taxes, in addition to shipping charges. Most international parcels are shipped via Royal Mail, UPS, Evri or DPD. Delivery usually takes 3-7 working days and is fully trackable.
Seller's Story
Flozzy Books, is an independent UK bookstore based in the heart of England. We deal in a wide range of antiquarian, rare and collectible books, but specialise in children's and illustrated titles. Sought-after authors and illustrators such as Beatrix Potter, Arthur Rackham, JM Barrie and Mabel Lucie Attwell feature heavily in our usual stock.
This is a rare first edition thus copy, of "Aesop's Fables", featuring 8 tipped-in colour plates and 110 illustrations by the famous artist, Harrison Weir. The book remains in Fair condition and it would make a great addition to any children's illustrated library or private collection.
CONDITION & FEATURES
- Fair overall condition
- Rare First Edition Thus copy
- Beautiful decorative Front Board & Spine
- 8 tipped-in colour plates + 110 black & white illustrations
- Pages are generally straight and clean - some age related marks
- Text-block is complete except for Half Title & Front Free Endpaper
- Binding and Hinges are secure
- Boards are straight - minor wear and a few marks
- Spine is straight & neat - small split at the head
- No inscriptions or scribbles
---- ---- ---- ---- ----
SUMMARY
- Aesop's Fables
- Illustrated by Harrison Weir
- Undated, Printed circa 1900, First Edition Thus
- Published by Ward, Lock & Co., London
- Hardback
---- ---- ---- ---- ----
CONDITION TERMINOLOGY
Fine (F): An excellent copy, showing next to no wear. Likely unread.
Near Fine (NF): Small signs of wear, but still an excellent copy. Possibly unread.
Very Good (VG): A very good copy. Expect a few signs of wear but nothing overtly detrimental to the book. Lightly read.
Good (G): A generally very good copy, but with the possibility of either a large number of minor defects, or a few more significant defects which will be noted.
Fair: An average book that has complete text pages but may lack endpapers, half-title, etc. Binding, jacket (if any), etc., may also be worn. May require repairs.
Poor: A book that is heavily worn, possibly with broken joints, hinges, missing pages, etc. Generally only rare books are sold in this condition. Likely to require repairs.
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SHIPPING
Please be aware; you may be liable for locally payable customs/duties/import taxes, in addition to shipping charges. Most international parcels are shipped via Royal Mail, UPS, Evri or DPD. Delivery usually takes 3-7 working days and is fully trackable.
Seller's Story
Flozzy Books, is an independent UK bookstore based in the heart of England. We deal in a wide range of antiquarian, rare and collectible books, but specialise in children's and illustrated titles. Sought-after authors and illustrators such as Beatrix Potter, Arthur Rackham, JM Barrie and Mabel Lucie Attwell feature heavily in our usual stock.
Details
Number of Books
1
Subject
Children's books, Illustrated, Science fiction and fantasy, Young adult fiction
Book Title
Fables
Series
Hans Andersen, Fairy tales, Grimm Fairy Tales
Author/ Illustrator
Aesop
Condition
Fair
Publication year oldest item
1900
Height
21.7 cm
Edition
1st Edition Thus, Illustrated Edition
Width
14.8 cm
Language
English
Original language
Yes
Publisher
Ward Lock
Binding/ Material
Hardback
Extras
Tipped in plates
Number of pages
224
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