1912 Scarce First Deluxe Edition - Goblin Market by Christina Rossetti illustrated by Margaret W. Tarrant.
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Author: Christina Rossetti illustrated by Margaret W. Tarrant.
Title: Goblin Market.
Publisher: London, George Routledge & Sons, Limited, no date (1912). First Deluxe Edition.
Language: Text in English.
Size: 6" X 4.5".
Pages: 45 pages.
Binding: Very good Deluxe original suede flexible binding (hinges fine, overall slightly worn and scuffed - as shown) under a protective removable mylar cover. All edges gilt.
Content: Very good content (bright, tight, and clean, some light foxing throughout - as shown, gift note of a previous 1919 owner on the first endpaper - as shown).
Illustrations: Complete with the eight wonderful tipped-in full-page illustrations by Margaret W. Tarrant.
Estimate: (Scarce with no or few other copies in this deluxe edition available for sale worldwide).
The book: A scarce first deluxe edition of "Goblin Market" by Christina Rossetti, magnificently illustrated by Margaret W. Tarrant. This enchanting poem, first published in 1862, is a masterpiece of Victorian literature, exploring themes of temptation, sacrifice, and redemption through the tale of two sisters' encounter with goblins selling forbidden fruit. This 1912 deluxe edition is especially prized for its sumptuous suede binding and the inclusion of Tarrant's captivating tipped-in illustrations, which bring Rossetti's narrative to vivid life. The all edges gilt and the protective mylar cover further contribute to the edition's luxurious presentation.
The author: Christina Georgina Rossetti (1830–1894) was an English poet who wrote a variety of romantic, devotional, and children's poems. She is best known for "Goblin Market" and "Remember". Rossetti's poetry is marked by its emotional intensity and its exploration of themes such as love, loss, and the passage of time, making her one of the most important figures in Victorian literature.
The illustrator: Margaret Winifred Tarrant (1888–1959) was a renowned English illustrator and children's author known for her delicate and imaginative artwork. Tarrant's illustrations for "Goblin Market" are among her most celebrated works, capturing the poem's fantastical and ethereal qualities. Her ability to convey the story's emotional depth and complexity through visual art has contributed significantly to the poem's enduring appeal and the desirability of this edition.