
1914 First ED - How I Tamed the Wild Squirrels illustrated by Honor C. Appleton
Author: Eleanor Tyrrell. Illustrated by Honor C. Appleton.
Title: How I Tamed the Wild Squirrels, with the Story of Bunty and Fritz.
Publisher: London, Edinburgh, Dublin, and New York: Thomas Nelson and Sons, no date (1914). First Edition.
Language: Text in English.
Size: 8.5 x 6.5 inches.
Pages: 208 pages.
Binding: Very good original cream cloth binding with gilt title and decorative motifs on the spine and upper cover. The front cover features a color illustration of a squirrel mounted within a decorative frame. (hinges fine, overall slightly scuffed - as shown) under a protective removable mylar cover.
Content: Very good content (bright, tight and clean, name and gift note of a previous owner on the first endpaper and the back of the frontispiece illustration - as shown).
Illustrations: Illustrated with 6 full-page color plates by Honor C. Appleton, along with smaller black-and-white illustrations, all depicting enchanting scenes of squirrels and nature.
The book: This delightful First Edition combines Eleanor Tyrrell’s engaging observations and experiences taming wild squirrels with beautiful illustrations by Honor C. Appleton. Each chapter is filled with charming anecdotes, offering a heartfelt connection to nature and wildlife. The exquisite illustrations bring the narrative to life, making this book a treasure for lovers of animals, vintage children's literature, and fine illustrated books.
The author: Eleanor Tyrrell was an accomplished writer known for her love of animals and her ability to capture the joys of nature in her works. Her stories reflect a deep appreciation for the wildlife that surrounded her, inspiring readers to look closer at the world around them.
The illustrator: Honor C. Appleton (1879–1951) was a British illustrator renowned for her delicate and whimsical illustrations in children's books. Her work often depicts scenes of innocence and imagination, with a distinctive style that blends realism with artistic flair.