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Beatrix Potter – The Tale of Mr. Jeremy Fisher – First Edition 1906
£750.00
A first edition published by Warne in 1906. A former retailers sticker on front paste down, previous owner’s inscription in blue ink on the dedication page, with colour frontispiece and 26 illustrated colour plates, a little fading to spine, very slight foxing to the text block, original red paper covered boards, corners bumped and head of spine chipped with slight loss.
The Tale of Mr. Jeremy Fisher follows the misadventures of a charming frog as he sets out on a fishing expedition. Despite his best efforts, Mr. Jeremy Fisher encounters one mishap after another, from encountering menacing creatures to facing the perils of the natural world. Potter’s delightful illustrations and whimsical storytelling capture the essence of childhood wonder, offering readers a timeless tale of resilience, courage, and the joy of simple pleasures in the English countryside.
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A first edition published by Warne in 1906. A former retailers sticker on front paste down, previous owner’s inscription in blue ink on the dedication page, with colour frontispiece and 26 illustrated colour plates, a little fading to spine, very slight foxing to the text block, original red paper covered boards, corners bumped and head of spine chipped with slight loss.
The Tale of Mr. Jeremy Fisher follows the misadventures of a charming frog as he sets out on a fishing expedition. Despite his best efforts, Mr. Jeremy Fisher encounters one mishap after another, from encountering menacing creatures to facing the perils of the natural world. Potter’s delightful illustrations and whimsical storytelling capture the essence of childhood wonder, offering readers a timeless tale of resilience, courage, and the joy of simple pleasures in the English countryside.
