{"product_id":"1910-scarce-1sted-the-green-mouse-by-r-w-chambers-illustrated-by-e-frederick","title":"1910 Scarce 1stED -The Green Mouse by R. W. Chambers Illustrated by E. Frederick","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"93\" data-end=\"911\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"93\" data-end=\"104\"\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Robert W. Chambers. Illustrated by Edmund Frederick.\u003cbr data-start=\"157\" data-end=\"160\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"160\" data-end=\"170\"\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Green Mouse.\u003cbr data-start=\"187\" data-end=\"190\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"190\" data-end=\"204\"\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e New York and London, D. Appleton and Company, 1910 (first edition, first printing with \"(1)\" at the base of page 281).\u003cbr data-start=\"323\" data-end=\"326\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"326\" data-end=\"339\"\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Text in English.\u003cbr data-start=\"356\" data-end=\"359\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"359\" data-end=\"368\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.5 x 5 inches.\u003cbr data-start=\"384\" data-end=\"387\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"387\" data-end=\"397\"\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e xiii, 281 pages + publisher's catalogue.\u003cbr data-start=\"414\" data-end=\"417\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"417\" data-end=\"429\"\u003eBinding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very good, near fine original publisher’s green illustrated cloth binding, featuring a charming Art Nouveau design with a mermaid vignette on the front cover (hinges fine, overall slightly scuffed - as shown) under a protective removable mylar cover. A rare find in any condition!\u003cbr data-start=\"634\" data-end=\"637\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"637\" data-end=\"649\"\u003eContent:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very good content (bright, tight and clean, rare light foxing - as shown, small ink stamp of a previous owner on the last endpaper - as shown). A well-preserved copy overall.\u003cbr data-start=\"754\" data-end=\"757\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"757\" data-end=\"775\"\u003eIllustrations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete with six full-page color illustrations by Edmund Frederick, along with numerous black-and-white vignettes throughout the text.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"913\" data-end=\"942\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"913\" data-end=\"926\"\u003eEstimate:\u003c\/strong\u003e (Scarce - USD 200 – 400)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"944\" data-end=\"1571\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"944\" data-end=\"957\"\u003eThe book: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"960\" data-end=\"977\"\u003eThe Green Mouse\u003c\/em\u003e is a light yet engaging romantic novel set against a backdrop of seaside leisure and early 20th-century society. The story follows a spirited young woman whose independence, charm, and unconventional behavior unsettle and intrigue those around her, leading to a subtle interplay of romance, humor, and social observation. Chambers blends wit and sentiment with ease, creating a narrative that is both graceful and quietly playful. The vivid color plates by Edmund Frederick, paired with delicate in-text illustrations, beautifully complement the tone of the story and enhance its period charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1573\" data-end=\"1964\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1573\" data-end=\"1588\"\u003eThe author: \u003c\/strong\u003eRobert W. Chambers (1865–1933) was an American novelist and artist, widely popular in his time for his romantic fiction. Though best remembered today for \u003cem data-start=\"1745\" data-end=\"1765\"\u003eThe King in Yellow\u003c\/em\u003e, a landmark work in weird fiction, Chambers enjoyed immense commercial success with his society novels, which often explored themes of love, manners, and modern life with elegance and accessibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1966\" data-end=\"2329\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1966\" data-end=\"1986\"\u003eThe illustrator: \u003c\/strong\u003eEdmund Frederick was an early 20th-century illustrator known for his refined and atmospheric color plates. His work often captures moments of intimacy and quiet emotion, rendered with softness and clarity. In \u003cem data-start=\"2198\" data-end=\"2215\"\u003eThe Green Mouse\u003c\/em\u003e, his illustrations bring a subtle vitality to Chambers’ narrative, enhancing both its romantic and visual appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MFLIBRA - Antique Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48276747944185,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0953\/3348\/files\/20260311greenmouse_01.jpg?v=1775928855","url":"https:\/\/mflibra.com\/products\/1910-scarce-1sted-the-green-mouse-by-r-w-chambers-illustrated-by-e-frederick","provider":"MFLIBRA - Antique Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}