Danish Fairy Legends and Tales. With a Memoir of the Author and 120 Illustrations.

Andersen, Hans Christian; Peachey, Caroline (Translation)

Published by George Bell & Sons - Bohn's Libraries, York Street, Covent Garden. London, 1891

About this Item

1891 at title page. Early issue or printing in English from the original Dutch and with illustrations from the first ever illustrated English translation. Scarce translation by Caroline Peachey with a memoir of the author and 120 illustrations. Dark green cloth boards, gilt spine titles, moderate shelf wear, rub. Spine also features gilt emblem for original publisher of this translation from mid-1800s: "Bohn Libraries." George Bell may have acquired Bohn publishing as same York Street address. Pages generally very good with attractive toning. Fine tissue guard to frontispiece illustration. Features many plates and numerous partial page illustrations throughout. Bind good, square. Insured post. Size: 12mo - over 6¾" - 7¾" tall. Seller Inventory # 022643

Bibliographic Details

Title: Danish Fairy Legends and Tales. With a ...

Publisher: George Bell & Sons - Bohn's Libraries, York Street, Covent Garden. London

Publication Date: 1891

Binding: Hard Cover

Illustrator: Various Artists

Condition: Very Good