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THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS

THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS

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THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS

by GRAHAME, Kenneth; illustrated by SHEPARD, Ernest H.:

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About This Item

London: Methuen Children's Books. 1971. First edition thus. First edition thus. Deluxe signed limited edition. Original publisher's full green morocco by Zaehnsdorf, in the publisher's printed slipcase. Five raised bands and titles in gilt to the spine, the upper board illustrated in gilt. All edges gilt. Full colour endpapers, illustrations throughout by E. H. Shepard. A lovely fine copy, the binding square and tight, and without fading or toning of the spine. The contents with a small previous owner's bookplate to the blank front free endpaper are clean, bright and fine throughout. The original slipcase remains firm with just the lightest of rubbing at the extremities. A beautiful example. Limited to 250 copies of which this is hand numbered 110 and signed by E. H. Shepard in black ink on the limitation page. Originally illustrated by Shepard in black and white for the 1931 printing of Kenneth Grahame's classic tale, for this edition the artist redrew the illustrations based on those originals, adding colour for the first time. Further details and images for any of the items listed are available on request. Lucius Books welcomes direct contact with our customers.

Synopsis

The Wind in the Willows is a classic children's book by Kenneth Grahame, published in 1908. The story follows the adventures of four animal friends - Mole, Rat, Badger, and Toad - as they explore the English countryside, battle against weasels and stoats, and learn about the value of friendship, loyalty, and the joys of a simple life. Through their adventures, the characters discover the importance of home and the pleasures of a peaceful existence. With its charming characters, vivid descriptions of nature, and timeless themes, The Wind in the Willows remains a beloved classic today.

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Bookseller
Lucius Books GB (GB)
Bookseller's Inventory #
19680
Title
THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS
Author
GRAHAME, Kenneth; illustrated by SHEPARD, Ernest H.:
Book Condition
Used
Edition
First edition thus
Binding
Hardcover
Publisher
London: Methuen Children's Books. 1971

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Glossary

Some terminology that may be used in this description includes:

Tight
Used to mean that the binding of a book has not been overly loosened by frequent use.
Edges
The collective of the top, fore and bottom edges of the text block of the book, being that part of the edges of the pages of a...
Bookplate
Highly sought after by some collectors, a book plate is an inscribed or decorative device that identifies the owner, or former...
Morocco
Morocco is a style of leather book binding that is usually made with goatskin, as it is durable and easy to dye. (see also...
Spine
The outer portion of a book which covers the actual binding. The spine usually faces outward when a book is placed on a shelf....
First Edition
In book collecting, the first edition is the earliest published form of a book. A book may have more than one first edition in...
Fine
A book in fine condition exhibits no flaws. A fine condition book closely approaches As New condition, but may lack the...
Raised Band(s)
Raised bands refer to the ridges that protrude slightly from the spine on leather bound books. The bands are created in the...
Rubbing
Abrasion or wear to the surface. Usually used in reference to a book's boards or dust-jacket.
Gilt
The decorative application of gold or gold coloring to a portion of a book on the spine, edges of the text block, or an inlay in...

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