1920 Rare Book - The Princess and the Goblin Illustrated by Jessie Willcox Smith
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Author: George MacDonald. Illustrated by Jessie Willcox Smith.
Title: The Princess and the Goblin.
Publisher: Philadelphia, David McKay Company, 1920. Rare light green binding variant illustrated by Jessie Willcox Smith satisfying all of the points in Nudelman A55.2 (Binding C).
Language: Text in English.
Size: 9.5 x 7.5 inches.
Pages: 203 pages.
Binding: Near fine original publisher’s bright green cloth binding, decorated with a blue border and a mounted color illustration on the front cover (hinges fine) in the very good original dust jacket (small tears and chips - as shown) under a protective removable mylar cover. Top edge red.
Content: Very good content (bright, tight and clean - as shown).
Illustrations: Beautifully illustrated by Jessie Willcox Smith, featuring nine full-page color plates that bring this enchanting fairy tale to life.
Estimate: (Scarce with practically no other copy available worldwide in this binding variant with the original dust jacket)
The book: The Princess and the Goblin is a beloved Victorian fairy tale that follows the courageous Princess Irene and the brave miner boy Curdie as they battle the sinister goblins lurking beneath the kingdom. MacDonald's timeless fantasy blends adventure, morality, and mysticism, influencing later authors such as J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis. This 1920 edition, featuring Jessie Willcox Smith’s captivating illustrations, remains one of the most sought-after illustrated versions of this classic tale.
The author: George MacDonald (1824–1905) was a Scottish author, poet, and minister best known for his profound influence on fantasy literature. His works, including Phantastes, At the Back of the North Wind, and The Princess and Curdie, are cherished for their imaginative storytelling and deep moral themes.
The illustrator: Jessie Willcox Smith (1863–1935) was one of the most celebrated American illustrators of the early 20th century. Her delicate and richly detailed artwork graced the pages of Heidi, A Child’s Garden of Verses, and Little Women, making her one of the defining illustrators of classic children’s literature. Her work on The Princess and the Goblin is considered a highlight of her career, adding warmth and charm to MacDonald’s magical world.