This set brings together three notable works of imaginative literature. The Princess and Curdie by George MacDonald presents the continuation of the classic fairy-tale world first introduced in The Princess and the Goblin, following Curdie on a moral and fantastical journey in which he uncovers corruption within the kingdom and encounters magical forces that guide his path. This edition is enriched with the full complement of Helen Stratton’s colour and black-and-white illustrations, which are highly regarded among collectors and add significant charm to the narrative. Johannesen printings of MacDonald’s works are sought after due to their limited production and their commitment to preserving Victorian fantasy literature in carefully crafted editions. The collected volume of The Chronicles of Narnia by C. S. Lewis contains the complete cycle of seven stories, including The Magician’s Nephew, The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, Prince Caspian, The Voyage of the Dawn Treader, The Silver Chair, The Horse and His Boy, and The Last Battle. This edition features the original illustrations by Pauline Baynes, whose artwork is inseparable from the identity of the series and especially valued by enthusiasts. Collected Narnia editions with Baynes’s illustrations remain popular and are not always easy to find in cohesive, well-preserved form. Monarch, The Big Bear offers a narrative centred on the famed Californian grizzly known as Monarch, blending natural history with storytelling. Early and uncommon printings of this title are considered desirable due to their distinctive period illustrations and the cultural significance of Monarch, who became an icon of wildlife history in the American West. Copies of this work do not frequently appear on the market, adding to its collectability. This item will be carefully packaged and shipped with a track-and-trace code.