{"product_id":"draft","title":"The Orange Fairy Book, Andrew Lang — New Impression","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublication:\u003c\/b\u003e London, Longmans, Green and Co., 1919\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormatting:\u003c\/b\u003e 8vo, pp. xiii, [iii], 358.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition Report:\u003c\/b\u003e Very Good. The publisher's original cloth binding remains structurally sound and firmly attached, though it displays characteristic shelf-wear commensurate with its age. The spine exhibits noticeable sun-fading and mild rubbing to the head and tail, while the boards show general handling marks and slight darkening. Internally, the volume is tightly bound with strong hinges. The pages remain largely bright and clean, with only occasional minor spotting restricted mostly to the preliminaries and the text block edges. The coloured plates and line illustrations are remarkably crisp, uncreased, and vibrant, making this a highly presentable and readable copy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCatalogue Note:\u003c\/b\u003e This 1919 \"New Impression\" of Andrew Lang's esteemed \u003ci\u003eThe Orange Fairy Book, \u003c\/i\u003efirst published in 1906, stands as a delightful continuation of his renowned folklore series. Copiously illustrated by Henry Justice Ford, this edition features eight vibrant coloured plates alongside numerous intricate line drawings that perfectly capture the magic of the text.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEarly twentieth-century impressions such as this 1919 issue remain highly desirable. They represent an accessible yet authentic way for collectors to acquire the classic bindings and complete sets of the Fairy Books, particularly when retaining such bright interior illustrations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Orange Fairy Book\u003c\/i\u003e whisks readers away on a global journey of enchantment and adventure. Curated by the celebrated folklorist Andrew Lang, this vibrant collection gathers thirty-three captivating tales from diverse traditions, including stories from Jutland, Rhodesia, Uganda, and various European heritages. From 'The Magic Mirror' to 'The White Doe', each tale is brought to vivid life by H. J. Ford's stunning illustrations. A treasure trove of myths and legends, this classic volume continues to charm audiences with its timeless depictions of brave heroes, cunning beasts, and magical realms.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Broadhursts Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54494741266771,"sku":"4916","price":160.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/1469\/6787\/files\/20260730_230804.jpg?v=1785931315","url":"https:\/\/broadhurstsbooks.com\/products\/draft","provider":"Broadhursts Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}