Grimm's Fairy Tales, Jacob & Wilhelm Grimm — The Sunshine Series Edition

£100.50

Grimm's Fairy Tales, Jacob & Wilhelm Grimm — The Sunshine Series Edition

Name: Grimm's Fairy Tales, Jacob & Wilhelm Grimm — The Sunshine Series Edition
Brand: Broadhursts Books
SKU: 4504
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Publication: London and Melbourne, Ward, Lock & Co., Limited, c. 1930

Formatting: 4to, pp. 176.

Condition Report: Good. The quarter-cloth pictorial boards remain firmly attached and largely bright, though they exhibit moderate rubbing to the extremities, light corner bumping, and minor surface wear typical of children's titles from this era. The green cloth spine is sound and tight, displaying rich color with only mild crushing to the spine ends. Internally, the text block is securely bound but displays noticeable age-toning along the edges and scattered foxing, most prominent on the preliminary leaves, title page, and colophon. The colour plates remain vibrant and well-preserved. There are no loose or torn pages, ensuring the book remains a highly presentable and structurally sound copy.

Catalogue Note: A charming early 20th-century printing of Grimm's Fairy Tales, issued as part of Ward, Lock & Co.'s celebrated "Sunshine Series". While undated, this edition is generally attributed to circa 1930. The text is beautifully enriched by 24 full-colour plates by Harry G. Theaker, an illustrator renowned for his vibrant, traditional depictions of folklore and his iconic color work on Macmillan's Alice's Adventures in Wonderland.

The book features a distinctive binding with a green cloth spine and pictorial boards, showcasing a classic fairytale scene on the upper board and the geometric "Sunshine Series" sunburst motif on the lower board. Printed by Purnell and Sons in Paulton, Somerset, surviving copies with all 24 plates intact are highly sought after by collectors of Golden Age children's illustration.

Step into a world of dark forests, cunning witches, and magical transformations with this beautiful vintage edition of Grimm's Fairy Tales. Bringing together the timeless folklore collected by the Brothers Grimm, this volume features beloved classics brought to life through the vivid and evocative artwork of Harry G. Theaker. A delightful treasure for both young readers and adult collectors, this book invites you to experience the original wonder and enchantment of the most famous fairy tales ever told.

Book Condition: Good

Book Authors: Jacob Grimm, Wilhelm Grimm

Book Publisher: Ward, Lock & Co., Limited

Book Language: English

Narrative Type: Children's

Genre: Children's Fiction & True Stories

Book edition:

Signed: No

Book Pages: 176

Book Publication Year: 1930

Book Publication Date:

Book Binding: Hardcover (Quarter Cloth)

Illustrator: Harry G. Theaker

Book Series: The Sunshine Series

Country/region of manufacture: Paulton, Somerset, United Kingdom

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Condition	Description
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Near Fine	The book has a number of small flaws, i.e. slight rubbing to the edges, or tiny chips or creases to the dust jacket (if present). Its pages may have faint marks, or creases that are barely perceptible — nothing that detracts from their overall condition.
Very Good	The book maintains its structural integrity, and has no major flaws such as tears to its binding or pages. It may, however, show signs of careful use, handling, or storage — small marks and creases, light foxing. Its dust jacket (if present) remains fully intact, but small tears may be present.
Good	A book that remains intact and readable with complete text pages, but shows moderate signs of wear and use to both the book and dust jacket (if present). It may have noticeable creases, nicks, or stains, and the spine likely shows fading, bumping, and rubbing. There could be writing, underlining, and other marks on some pages, though the majority will be clean and tidy.
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