{"product_id":"the-tarns-of-lakeland-w-heaton-cooper-2nd-edition","title":"The Tarns of Lakeland, W. Heaton Cooper — 2nd Edition","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication\u003c\/strong\u003e: Grasmere, The Heaton Cooper Studio, 1970\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormatting\u003c\/strong\u003e: 4to, pp. xiv, 238.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Report\u003c\/strong\u003e: Very Good. The book is presented in a bright, tight, and robust blue cloth binding with sharp, unbumped corners and brilliant gilt lettering to the spine, showing only the faintest signs of shelf-wear to the extremities. The binding remains remarkably firm and square, with no lean, ensuring a solid reading experience. Internally, the pages are exceptionally clean, bright, and free from foxing or prominent blemishes, with the colour plates remaining vibrant and sharply defined. The accompanying dust jacket is similarly well-preserved, retaining its strong colour to the front and rear panels, though it exhibits some mild sunning to the spine and minor rubbing alongside a few small nicks along the top edge. Overall, it is a highly attractive and well-kept example that comfortably meets its grading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCatalogue Note\u003c\/strong\u003e: This is the second edition of the work, issued ten years after the original printing, marking the transition of the book's production to the author's own independent imprint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe volume is beautifully illustrated throughout, featuring 16 full-colour plates alongside 87 drawings, all executed by the author. A highlight of this particular copy is that it has been signed by W. Heaton Cooper, adding significant associative value for collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile unsigned copies of this edition are relatively common on the secondary market, signed examples are distinctly scarce and remain highly sought after by collectors of Lake District art and regional British topography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA masterful and deeply personal exploration of the Lake District, \u003ci\u003eThe Tarns of Lakeland\u003c\/i\u003e pairs W. Heaton Cooper's intimate geological knowledge with his stunning impressionistic artwork. Documenting the high, hidden mountain lakes of the region, Cooper brings to life the silent strength of the fells, the shifting light upon the water, and the enduring ruggedness of the landscape. An essential volume for lovers of Lakeland topography, it stands as a testament to one of England’s most celebrated landscape artists and his profound, lifelong connection to the mountains.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Broadhursts Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54842777010515,"sku":"5378","price":100.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/1469\/6787\/files\/20260823_225731.jpg?v=1788426055","url":"https:\/\/broadhurstsbooks.com\/products\/the-tarns-of-lakeland-w-heaton-cooper-2nd-edition","provider":"Broadhursts Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}