Chaucer Geoffrey Darton Harvey Thomson (2 results)

Hardcover. Condition: Very good. Hardcover. "Long ago, when Richard II was King, the highways of England must have been a far gayer and stranger sight than they are nowadays.on these roads, bad as they were, travelled wayfarers who appear to us now no more than the people of legends.on the way to fairyland. Yet these were after all the ordinary Englishmen of those days, living and thinking really not very differently from ourselves, though we only know of them now through books." Through the pages of this finely illustrated 1931 retelling of Chaucer's Canterbury Tales, meet the pilgrims who populate the most popular work in English Literature from across 600 years, and join them once again in a story-telling contest on their quest from London to Canterbury Cathedral. The prize, as always, is a free meal at the Tabard Inn, but the feast is yoursâ"for here "The Knight's Tale" of courtly love, the Arthurian legends of "The Wife of Bath's Tale," the devilish "Friar's Tale," and many more are beautifully, bountifully, and humorously illustrated by the great Hugh Thomson (1860-1920), founder of the Cranford School of illustration and beloved pen-and-ink illustrator of Jane Austen, Charles Dickens, and J. M. Barrie. 8 1/8" X 6 1/8". xxiv, 365pp, plus 22 pages of publisher's ads. Presents nicely in protective archival jacket. Bound in burgundy cloth over boards, with horse-bound pilgrims in parade stamped in black across upper board and spine, both lettered in gilt. Mild wear to binding, with slight lean to spine, gentle bumping to extremities, and slight darkening to spine. Birthday gift inscription dated 1933 to front free endpaper. Binding is firm and sound. Pages are clean and unmarked. Illustrated in a frontispiece, decorative title page, and 50 illustrations, including plates and vignettes, by Hugh Thomson. This edition also includes "The Tale of Gamelyn," "The Tale of Beryn," "The Chequer of the Hoop," John Lydgate's "The Siege of Thebes," and additions by Edmund Spenser.

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. This book is available in 5 different Leather color without any extra cost. Explore More Options by Clicking on 'More Images' and Notify Us of Your Choice via Email within 24 hours of placing the order. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted by the prestigious organization "Rare Biblio" with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1908. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages: - 428, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 428.