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Rudyard Kipling – Puck of Pook’s Hill – First Edition 1906
£185.00
First edition, first printing of Puck of Puck’s Hill by Rudyard Kipling, published by MacMillan, London in 1906, a First Issue with adverts at rear. Red boards with gilt elephant embossed vignette to front board & gilt titles, nicking to spine tips and some surface damage to heal of the spine, fading to the spine, rubbing to corners, gilt top stain to text block, light pencil annotation marks throughout.
A collection of short stories blending history, fantasy, and folklore. Set in England’s Sussex countryside, it follows two children, Dan and Una, who encounter Puck, a mischievous sprite from English folklore. Puck introduces them to various historical characters, including Roman soldiers and Norman knights, who share tales of England’s past. Through these stories, Kipling explores themes of identity, nationalism, and the enduring spirit of England. The book serves as both entertainment and a celebration of English heritage, showcasing Kipling’s skillful storytelling and his love for the land and its legends.
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First edition, first printing of Puck of Puck’s Hill by Rudyard Kipling, published by MacMillan, London in 1906, a First Issue with adverts at rear. Red boards with gilt elephant embossed vignette to front board & gilt titles, nicking to spine tips and some surface damage to heal of the spine, fading to the spine, rubbing to corners, gilt top stain to text block, light pencil annotation marks throughout.
A collection of short stories blending history, fantasy, and folklore. Set in England’s Sussex countryside, it follows two children, Dan and Una, who encounter Puck, a mischievous sprite from English folklore. Puck introduces them to various historical characters, including Roman soldiers and Norman knights, who share tales of England’s past. Through these stories, Kipling explores themes of identity, nationalism, and the enduring spirit of England. The book serves as both entertainment and a celebration of English heritage, showcasing Kipling’s skillful storytelling and his love for the land and its legends.
