{"product_id":"1911-rare-first-edition-the-secret-garden-illustrated-by-charles-robinson","title":"1911 Rare First Edition – The Secret Garden Illustrated by Charles Robinson","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"1310\" data-start=\"159\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"170\" data-start=\"159\"\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Frances Hodgson Burnett. Illustrated by Charles Robinson.\u003cbr data-end=\"231\" data-start=\"228\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"241\" data-start=\"231\"\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-end=\"262\" data-start=\"242\"\u003eThe Secret Garden.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"265\" data-start=\"262\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"279\" data-start=\"265\"\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e London, William Heinemann, 1911. First Illustrated Edition by Charles Robinson.\u003cbr data-end=\"315\" data-start=\"312\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"328\" data-start=\"315\"\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Text in English.\u003cbr data-end=\"348\" data-start=\"345\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"357\" data-start=\"348\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003e8 x 6.5 inches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"369\" data-start=\"366\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"379\" data-start=\"369\"\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003evii-306 pages + publisher's catalogue.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"393\" data-start=\"390\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"405\" data-start=\"393\"\u003eBinding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Attractive and good original publisher’s green cloth binding with gilt title and vignette of a child with flowers to the upper cover, and gilt decorated spine (both outer upper hinges are worn and have been repaired by a previous owner but remain tight and present well - as shown, overall slightly worn and scuffed - as shown) under a protective removable mylar cover.\u003cbr data-end=\"789\" data-start=\"786\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"801\" data-start=\"789\"\u003eContent:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good content (bright, tight and clean, rare light foxing or staining - as shown,  endpapers' inner hinges are worn but holding firmly - as shown). Still a solid and well-preserved example of this beautifully illustrated edition.\u003cbr data-end=\"1005\" data-start=\"1002\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1023\" data-start=\"1005\"\u003eIllustrations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Illustrated throughout by Charles Robinson with delightful colour plates (tissue-guarded). Complete and well-printed, these illustrations capture the whimsical yet emotional atmosphere of Burnett’s classic story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1344\" data-start=\"1312\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1325\" data-start=\"1312\"\u003eEstimate:\u003c\/strong\u003e (USD 600–750).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1858\" data-start=\"1346\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1359\" data-start=\"1346\"\u003eThe book:\u003c\/strong\u003e A desirable 1911 Heinemann first edition of \u003cem data-end=\"1417\" data-start=\"1398\"\u003eThe Secret Garden\u003c\/em\u003e, Frances Hodgson Burnett’s enduring classic of children’s literature. This copy is made particularly special by the enchanting illustrations of Charles Robinson, one of the leading figures of the Golden Age of illustration, whose work here brings new life to Burnett’s tale of healing, friendship, and the magic of a hidden garden. A cornerstone in the history of children’s books, this edition is increasingly sought-after by collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2187\" data-start=\"1860\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1875\" data-start=\"1860\"\u003eThe author:\u003c\/strong\u003e Frances Hodgson Burnett (1849–1924) was an Anglo-American novelist and playwright best remembered for her children’s stories, including \u003cem data-end=\"2036\" data-start=\"2012\"\u003eLittle Lord Fauntleroy\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-end=\"2057\" data-start=\"2038\"\u003eA Little Princess\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem data-end=\"2082\" data-start=\"2063\"\u003eThe Secret Garden\u003c\/em\u003e. Her works continue to captivate readers with their blend of realism, sentiment, and fairy-tale magic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2506\" data-start=\"2189\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2209\" data-start=\"2189\"\u003eThe illustrator:\u003c\/strong\u003e Charles Robinson (1870–1937), brother of illustrators William Heath Robinson and Thomas Heath Robinson, was a prolific illustrator of children’s books during the Golden Age of illustration. His delicate line work and imaginative detail made him one of the most popular illustrators of his time.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MFLIBRA - Antique Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46817248805113,"sku":null,"price":500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0953\/3348\/files\/20250905SecretGarden-000_605c6cd4-d387-460b-839f-6725e5fbee15.jpg?v=1757110370","url":"https:\/\/mflibra.com\/products\/1911-rare-first-edition-the-secret-garden-illustrated-by-charles-robinson","provider":"MFLIBRA - Antique Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}