1861 Scarce Book - Little Bird Red and Little Bird Blue: A Tale of the Woods.
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Author: M. Betham Edwards. Illustrated by T. R. Macquoid.
Title: Little Bird Red and Little Bird Blue: A Tale of the Woods.
Publisher: London, Sampson Low, Son & Co., MDCCCLXI (1861).
Language: Text in English.
Size: 7" x 7.5".
Pages: 47 pages.
Binding: Very good and elegant original brown full-cloth binding with elaborate gilt and blind-stamped floral designs on the front cover and spine (hinges fine, minimal wear and light scuffing - as shown) under a removable protective mylar cover. All edges gilt.
Content: Very good content (bright, clean, and tight, with minimal foxing and an inscription dated May 23rd, 1868, on the front endpaper - as shown).
Illustrations: Beautifully illustrated with vivid chromolithograph frontispiece and delicate decorative borders, reflecting the story's pastoral charm and its woodland setting.
Estimate: (USD 200 - USD 300).
The book: This enchanting scarce edition of Little Bird Red and Little Bird Blue brings a delightful tale of nature, friendship, and resilience. Adapted from a German tale, this English rendition is infused with Victorian sensibilities and enhanced by exquisite color plates and borders by T. R. Macquoid. The narrative follows the adventures and lessons of Little Bird Red and Little Bird Blue, accompanied by a chorus of woodland creatures. A rare gem of 19th-century children's literature and art, this volume offers both visual and narrative delight.
The author: Matilda Betham-Edwards (1836–1919) was an English novelist, poet, and travel writer renowned for her vivid descriptions of rural life and her ability to blend charm with moral lessons. In Little Bird Red and Little Bird Blue, Edwards' poetic sensibility is brought to life with a rich narrative that has captivated generations of readers.
The illustrator: Thomas Robert Macquoid (1820–1912), a prolific Victorian illustrator, is celebrated for his intricate and atmospheric chromolithographs. Known for capturing the beauty of pastoral scenes and the natural world, Macquoid's contributions to Little Bird Red and Little Bird Blue elevate it as a masterpiece of illustrated children's literature.