{"product_id":"1893-rare-first-uk-edition-the-brownies-at-home-illustrated-by-palmer-cox","title":"1893 Rare First UK Edition - The Brownies at Home Illustrated by Palmer Cox","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"242\" data-end=\"1145\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"242\" data-end=\"253\"\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Palmer Cox.\u003cbr data-start=\"265\" data-end=\"268\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"268\" data-end=\"278\"\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"279\" data-end=\"302\"\u003eThe Brownies at Home.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"302\" data-end=\"305\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"305\" data-end=\"319\"\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e London, T. Fisher Unwin, Paternoster Square, 1893. First UK Edition.\u003cbr data-start=\"370\" data-end=\"373\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"373\" data-end=\"386\"\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Text in English.\u003cbr data-start=\"403\" data-end=\"406\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"406\" data-end=\"415\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10\" x 8.5\".\u003cbr data-start=\"428\" data-end=\"431\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"431\" data-end=\"441\"\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e xi-144 pages.\u003cbr data-start=\"452\" data-end=\"455\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"455\" data-end=\"467\"\u003eBinding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Attractive and very good original publisher’s pictorial red cloth binding, beautifully stamped in black and gilt with humorous Brownie figures on cover and spine (hinges fine, overall slightly worn and scuffed - as shown) under a protective removable mylar cover. All edges gilt.\u003cbr data-start=\"752\" data-end=\"755\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"755\" data-end=\"767\"\u003eContent:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very good content (bright, tight and clean, rare light scattered foxing to endpapers and occasional faint handling marks - as shown). Ownership marks absent. A pleasing copy.\u003cbr data-start=\"948\" data-end=\"951\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"951\" data-end=\"969\"\u003eIllustrations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Profusely illustrated throughout by Palmer Cox with his famous Brownie characters in humorous black-and-white drawings. All illustrations present and in excellent condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1147\" data-end=\"1179\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1147\" data-end=\"1160\"\u003eEstimate:\u003c\/strong\u003e (USD 300 – 350).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1186\" data-end=\"1773\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1186\" data-end=\"1199\"\u003eThe book: \u003c\/strong\u003eA scarce first UK edition of \u003cem data-start=\"1228\" data-end=\"1250\"\u003eThe Brownies at Home\u003c\/em\u003e (1893), the third volume in Palmer Cox’s wildly popular \u003cem data-start=\"1307\" data-end=\"1317\"\u003eBrownies\u003c\/em\u003e series. These mischievous little elves, drawn from Scottish folklore, became a cultural sensation in the late 19th century, appearing in books, magazines, toys, and even early advertising. In this installment, Cox’s rhyming text follows the Brownies through the seasons of the year, accompanied by his charming illustrations filled with detail and humor. This book captures the whimsical spirit that made the Brownies beloved by generations of children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1775\" data-end=\"2270\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1775\" data-end=\"1790\"\u003eThe author: \u003c\/strong\u003ePalmer Cox (1840–1924) was a Canadian illustrator and author best known as the creator of the \u003cem data-start=\"1887\" data-end=\"1897\"\u003eBrownies\u003c\/em\u003e. His delightful drawings and verses established him as one of the most influential figures in children’s literature of the late 19th century. Cox’s Brownies were not only popular in books but also became some of the first widely merchandised literary characters, paving the way for later children’s icons. His legacy lives on through these lively, mischievous creations.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MFLIBRA - Antique Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46897011982585,"sku":null,"price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0953\/3348\/files\/20250928Brownies-000.jpg?v=1759092745","url":"https:\/\/mflibra.com\/products\/1893-rare-first-uk-edition-the-brownies-at-home-illustrated-by-palmer-cox","provider":"MFLIBRA - Antique Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}