1893 Scarce First Edition - Scottish Fairy and Folk Tale by Sir George Douglas
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Author: Selected and Edited by Sir George Douglas, Bart. Illustrated by James Torrance.
Title: Scottish Fairy and Folk Tales.
Publisher: London, Walter Scott, Ltd., no date (1893). First Edition.
Language: Text in English.
Size: 7 X 5 inches.
Pages: xxxi-301 pages + publisher'S catalog.
Binding: Attractive and very good original publisher's decorated cloth binding in yellow and burgundy with intricate gilt designs on the spine and boards. The front cover depicts an elaborate fairy-tale-inspired illustration, complemented by a matching rear cover. The spine features additional illustrations and gilt lettering (hinges fine, overall slightly worn and scuffed - as shown) under a protective removable mylar cover. All edges gilt. A rare find in any condition!
Content: Very good content (bright, tight and clean, rare light foxing - as shown).
Illustrations: Twelve beautiful black-and-white illustrations by James Torrance, depicting key moments from the tales with intricate detail. These plates enhance the magical atmosphere of the stories and bring the folklore to life.
Estimate: (Scarce with no of few other copies available for sale worldwide).
The book: This rare and beautifully illustrated collection of Scottish folklore provides a vivid glimpse into the traditional tales passed down through generations. Edited by Sir George Douglas, it captures the essence of Scotland's rich oral storytelling heritage, with whimsical and haunting tales featuring fairies, witches, ghosts, and legendary creatures. Includes a preface and an extensive collection of traditional Scottish fairy tales and folk stories, divided into sections such as nursery stories, animal tales, and supernatural folklore.
The author: Sir George Douglas, Bart. (1850–1935) was a Scottish author and folklorist renowned for his contributions to the preservation of Scottish folk tales. His works helped document the traditional narratives and mythologies of Scotland, making them accessible to a wider audience.
The illustrator: James Torrance (1859–1916) was a distinguished British illustrator known for his evocative and detailed interpretations of classic fairy tales. His illustrations for Scottish Fairy and Folk Tales enhance the book’s charm, bringing these ancient stories to life with a timeless visual appeal.