{"product_id":"peter-pan-wendy-j-m-barrie-retold-by-may-byron-1st-edition-thus","title":"Peter Pan \u0026 Wendy, J. M. Barrie (Retold by May Byron) — 1st Edition Thus","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublication:\u003c\/b\u003e London, Hodder \u0026amp; Stoughton Ltd, 1931\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormatting:\u003c\/b\u003e 8vo, pp. 128.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition Report:\u003c\/b\u003e Very Good. The publisher's original light blue cloth boards remain remarkably bright and structurally sound, showing only very mild rubbing to the extremities and slight softening at the spine ends. The gilt lettering to the front board and spine is sharp and unoxidised, complemented by the vivid dark blue line illustrations. A custom clear acetate jacket has been fitted to preserve the cloth. Internally, the binding is tight and square. The illustrated endpapers are clean, with the 'This book belongs to' bookplate panel remaining attractively un-inscribed. The text block is pleasingly clean, presenting only occasional, very light scattered foxing, primarily confined to the text block edges. The frontispiece colour plate and in-text line drawings are pristine and sharply defined. Overall, an exceptionally well-preserved and handsome copy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCatalogue Note:\u003c\/b\u003e This is a highly desirable 1931 edition of J. M. Barrie's timeless classic, retold for younger readers by May Byron \"with the approval of the author\". It is magnificently brought to life by the iconic Golden Age illustrations of Mabel Lucie Attwell, featuring a striking colour frontispiece, beautifully illustrated endpapers depicting Captain Hook fleeing the ticking crocodile, and numerous charming line drawings throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile Mabel Lucie Attwell first illustrated \u003ci\u003ePeter Pan and Wendy\u003c\/i\u003e in 1921, this specific 1931 printing featuring May Byron’s adaptation remains notably scarce on the open market, particularly in such bright, unsunned condition. The preservation of the un-inscribed ownership panel and the vibrancy of the cloth binding make this a premium collector's copy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJourney to Neverland with Wendy, John, and Michael in this enchanting retelling of J. M. Barrie's beloved tale. Adapted by May Byron specifically for younger readers, the magic of Peter Pan, the mischievous Lost Boys, the enchanting fairies, and the villainous Captain Hook is captured with warmth and wonder. Enhanced by the whimsical and highly collectible illustrations of Mabel Lucie Attwell, this classic adventure remains the ultimate story of the boy who refused to grow up, promising to captivate the imaginations of both children and nostalgic adults alike.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Broadhursts Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54595075768659,"sku":"5092","price":95.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/1469\/6787\/files\/20260811_111503.jpg?v=1786790288","url":"https:\/\/broadhurstsbooks.com\/products\/peter-pan-wendy-j-m-barrie-retold-by-may-byron-1st-edition-thus","provider":"Broadhursts Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}