1920 Rare Book - Alice's Adventures in Wonderland with coloured illustrations By Margaret W. Tarrant.
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Author: Lewis Carroll, with 48 color plates by Margaret W. Tarrant.
Title: Alice's Adventures in Wonderland.
Publisher: London and Melbourne, Ward, Lock & Co. Limited, no date (circa 1920s).
Language: Text in English.
Size : 8" X 6".
Pages: xvi-332 pages + publisher's catalogue.
Binding: Attractive and near fine original decorated full-cloth binding (hinges fine, overall slightly scuffed - as shown) under a protective removable mylar cover.
Content: Very good content (bright, tight, and clean, rare light foxing or staining - as shown, small tear nicely repaired on the upper corner of page 143 - as shown).
Illustrations: Complete with the 48 beautiful color plates by Margaret W. Tarrant.
Estimate : (USD 250 - USD 300).
The book: This circa 1920s edition of "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland" by Lewis Carroll, illustrated by Margaret W. Tarrant, is a remarkable instance of early 20th-century book production. The inclusion of 48 color plates makes this edition particularly special, as Tarrant's illustrations beautifully capture the whimsical and sometimes surreal world of Wonderland. Her artwork complements Carroll's narrative, bringing the characters and scenes vividly to life and offering readers a visually engaging experience that enhances the text.
The author: Lewis Carroll (the pen name of Charles Lutwidge Dodgson) was an English writer, mathematician, and photographer, known especially for "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland" and its sequel "Through the Looking-Glass." His work is celebrated for its word play, logic, and fantasy, and it has delighted readers of all ages since its publication.
The illustrator: Margaret Winifred Tarrant (1888–1959) was an English illustrator, known for her children's and fairy-tale illustrations. Tarrant's work on "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland" is among her most celebrated, showcasing her ability to create enchanting, detailed scenes that capture the imagination.