Illus John Batten (7 results)

Hardcover. Condition: New. The adventures of Finn McCool, the mischief of the Pooka and the story of the Beresford ghost all feature among this collection which spans myths, legends and fairy tales to bring to the fore Ireland's rich storytelling heritage. Black and white illustrations, including examples by Arthur Rackham and John D Batten intersperse the tales, which are presented here in a foil-blocked edition.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. Limited & Numbered. A wide-ranging cross-section of Celtic culture, from the Irish tragedy of Deirdre to the Scottish ghost story of the Sprightly Tailor. Reprinted. Studio Editions, London 1991. illus xvi + 268pp; xiv + 234pp hb dw slightly creased, pages browned, vg.

1st edition. Good copy in the original title-blocked cloth. Boards dust-toned. Spine bands and panel edges slightly bumped and rubbed as with age. Remains quite well-preserved overall. Physical description: xiv, 255 pages, 9 unnumbered leaves of plates : illustrations ; 22 cm. Contents: Preface -- The lion and the crane -- How the raja's son won the princess Labam -- The lambikin -- Punchkin -- The broken pot -- The magic fiddle -- The cruel crane outwitted -- Loving Laili -- The tiger, the brahman, and the jackal -- The soothsayer's son -- Harisarman -- The charmed ring -- The talkative tortoise -- A lac of rupees for a bit of advice -- The gold-giving servant -- The son of seven queens -- A lesson for kings -- Pride goeth before a fall -- Raja Rasalu -- The ass in the lion's skin -- The farmer and the money-lender -- The boy who had a moon on his forehead and a star on his chin -- The prince and the fakir -- Why the fish laughed -- The demon with the matted hair -- The ivory city and its fairy princess -- How sun, moon, and wind went out to dinner -- How the wicked sons were duped -- The pigeon and the crow. Subjects: Folklore India; Fairy tales India; Magic; Children's stories. 3 Kg.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Pages clean and bright, no markings, light wear to edges. Complete with illustrations by John D. Batten. ALL ITEMS ARE DISPATCHED FROM THE UK WITHIN 48 HOURS ( BOOKS ORDERED OVER THE WEEKEND DISPATCHED ON MONDAY) ALL OVERSEAS ORDERS SENT BY TRACKABLE AIR MAIL. IF YOU ARE LOCATED OUTSIDE THE UK PLEASE ASK US FOR A POSTAGE QUOTE FOR MULTI VOLUME SETS BEFORE ORDERING.

1st edition. Good copy in the original title-blocked cloth. Boards dust-toned. Spine bands and panel edges slightly bumped and rubbed as with age. Remains quite well-preserved overall. Physical description: xiv, 255 pages, 9 unnumbered leaves of plates : illustrations ; 22 cm. Contents: Preface -- The lion and the crane -- How the raja's son won the princess Labam -- The lambikin -- Punchkin -- The broken pot -- The magic fiddle -- The cruel crane outwitted -- Loving Laili -- The tiger, the brahman, and the jackal -- The soothsayer's son -- Harisarman -- The charmed ring -- The talkative tortoise -- A lac of rupees for a bit of advice -- The gold-giving servant -- The son of seven queens -- A lesson for kings -- Pride goeth before a fall -- Raja Rasalu -- The ass in the lion's skin -- The farmer and the money-lender -- The boy who had a moon on his forehead and a star on his chin -- The prince and the fakir -- Why the fish laughed -- The demon with the matted hair -- The ivory city and its fairy princess -- How sun, moon, and wind went out to dinner -- How the wicked sons were duped -- The pigeon and the crow. Subjects: Folklore India; Fairy tales India; Magic; Children's stories. 1 Kg.

Edited by Joseph Jacobs. Illustrated by John Dickson Batten with frontispiece (in two states in this special issue), 9 full page plates, and illustrations in the text. First edition, copy number 57 of 80 [large paper] copies on Japanese Vellum, signed by the publisher. 8vo., original boards. T.e.g., uncut and largely unopened. London: David Nutt, 1890    A very good copy with mild wear to corners and fore-edges of the fragile binding, and two leaves carelessly opened at the fore-edge, not affecting text.

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1968. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages:- 276, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 276 276.