{"product_id":"1914-first-ed-how-i-tamed-the-wild-squirrels-illustrated-by-honor-c-appleton-1","title":"1914 First ED - How I Tamed the Wild Squirrels illustrated by Honor C. Appleton","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eleanor Tyrrell. Illustrated by Honor C. Appleton.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eHow I Tamed the Wild Squirrels, with the Story of Bunty and Fritz.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e London, Edinburgh, Dublin, and New York: Thomas Nelson and Sons, no date (1914). First Edition.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Text in English.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.5 x 6.5 inches.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 208 pages.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBinding:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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 worn and scuffed - as shown) under a protective removable mylar cover.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContent:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very good content (bright, tight and clean, name and gift note of a previous owner on the half-title page - as shown).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe book:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe author:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe illustrator:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MFLIBRA - Antique Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46894183219449,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0953\/3348\/files\/20250927Squirrels-000.jpg?v=1758981807","url":"https:\/\/mflibra.com\/products\/1914-first-ed-how-i-tamed-the-wild-squirrels-illustrated-by-honor-c-appleton-1","provider":"MFLIBRA - Antique Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}