1913 Rare First Edition - The Tale of Pigling Bland by Beatrix Potter

Author: Beatrix Potter. Illustrated by Beatrix Potter.
Title: The Tale of Pigling Bland.
Publisher: London, Frederick Warne and Co., 1913. First Edition - Date on the title as per Quinby XII No 22 p83.
Language: Text in English.
Size: 5.5 X 4.5 inches.
Pages: 93 pages.
Binding: Attractive and good original brown-burgundy paper-covered boards with a mounted color illustration to the front cover, white lettering, and decorative gilt details on the spine (hinges slightly worn but tight - as shown, overall slightly worn and scuffed - as shown) under a protective removable mylar cover and housed in a very good custom-made red cloth slipcase with red leather frame edges.
Content: Very good content (bright, tight and clean, rare light foxing - as shown, one upper page corner creased - as shown).
Illustrations: Profusely illustrated with Beatrix Potter’s charming full-page color plates and black-and-white vignettes, depicting the adventures of Pigling Bland and his journey.

Estimate: (USD 400-700).

The book: A delightful first edition of The Tale of Pigling Bland, one of Beatrix Potter’s later works and one of the longest stories in her beloved series of children’s books. It follows Pigling Bland as he embarks on a journey to market but encounters unexpected adventures along the way, including meeting a companion, Pig-wig, with whom he plans an escape. The story is a blend of humor, adventure, and gentle social commentary, with Potter’s characteristic wit and beautifully detailed illustrations.

The author: Beatrix Potter (1866–1943) was a pioneering children's author, illustrator, and conservationist, best known for her Peter Rabbit series. Her books, featuring anthropomorphic animals, have captivated generations of readers with their delicate watercolor illustrations and engaging narratives. The Tale of Pigling Bland was inspired by Potter’s own experiences raising pigs at her farm in the Lake District.