Beatrix Potter - The Tale Of Peter Rabbit - 1922

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Beatrix Potter's The Tale Of Peter Rabbit, first edition (circa 1922), hardback illustrated children's book published by Frederick Warne & Co Ltd, 85 pages, in English with tipped-in plates, condition Fair due to a missing spine.

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This is an early copy of Beatrix Potter's; "The Tale Of Peter Rabbit". This is Beatrix Potter's first and most loved story. This copy has been generally well looked after, but it has lost it's spine and is therefore now only in Fair condition. It is a delightful little book and would make a wonderful addition to any decorative collection or private library. It would be a perfect candidate for restoration.

CONDITION & FEATURES

- Fair overall condition - lightly read
- Text & illustrations are complete - all pages present
- Pages are generally clean & straight
- Spine is missing
- Boards are straight and bright - some minor marks and minor wear
- Hinges and Text-block are secure
- No inscriptions or scribbles

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SUMMARY

- The Tale Of Peter Rabbit
- Written & Illustrated by Beatrix Potter
- Undated, First Edition, printed circa 1922
- Published by Frederick Warne & Co Ltd

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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 an early copy of Beatrix Potter's; "The Tale Of Peter Rabbit". This is Beatrix Potter's first and most loved story. This copy has been generally well looked after, but it has lost it's spine and is therefore now only in Fair condition. It is a delightful little book and would make a wonderful addition to any decorative collection or private library. It would be a perfect candidate for restoration.

CONDITION & FEATURES

- Fair overall condition - lightly read
- Text & illustrations are complete - all pages present
- Pages are generally clean & straight
- Spine is missing
- Boards are straight and bright - some minor marks and minor wear
- Hinges and Text-block are secure
- No inscriptions or scribbles

---- ---- ---- ---- ----

SUMMARY

- The Tale Of Peter Rabbit
- Written & Illustrated by Beatrix Potter
- Undated, First Edition, printed circa 1922
- Published by Frederick Warne & Co Ltd

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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.

Details

Number of books
1
Series
Harry Potter
Series
Alice In Wonderland
Book title
The Tale Of Peter Rabbit
Subject
Animals, Cartoons and comics, Children's books, Humour & caricature, Illustrated, Literature, Young adult fiction
Condition
Fair
Author/ Illustrator
Beatrix Potter
Publication year oldest item
1922
Height
14 cm
Edition
1st Edition
Width
10.9 cm
Language
English
Original language
Yes
Publisher
Frederick Warne & Co Ltd
Binding/ Material
Hardback
Extras
Tipped in plates
Number of pages
85
United KingdomVerified
313
Objects sold
100%
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