1920 Rare George W. Jacobs Edition - Treasure Island illustrated by Elenore Plaisted Abbott.
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(Description)
Author: Robert Louis Stevenson. Elenore Plaisted Abbott, illustrator.
Title: Treasure Island.
Publisher: Philadelphia, George W. Jacobs and Company, no date (1920). First thus.
Language: Text in English.
Size: 7.5" X 6".
Pages: 292 pages.
Binding: Attractive and good original decorated full-cloth binding (hinges tight but lightly scuffed and worn - as shown, overall slightly worn and scuffed - as shown) under a protective removable mylar cover.
Content: Good to very good content (bright, tight, and clean, some light foxing or staining - as shown, light rust staining to the inner hinge of a few pages at the beginning, caused by the metallic stitches - as shown).
Illustrations: Complete with the color frontispiece and the beautiful 6 full-page illustrations in color by Elenore Plaisted Abbott.
The book: Robert Louis Stevenson’s Treasure Island is one of the most celebrated adventure novels in English literature, introducing readers to a gripping tale of pirates, treasure maps, and high-seas excitement. This edition is richly illustrated by Elenore Plaisted Abbott, a noted artist whose vibrant color plates bring the characters and settings to life.
The author: Robert Louis Stevenson (1850–1894) was a Scottish novelist, poet, and essayist. Renowned for his storytelling and evocative writing, Stevenson’s works, including Treasure Island and The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, have captured the imaginations of readers for generations.
The illustrator: Elenore Plaisted Abbott (1875–1935) was an accomplished American illustrator and painter, best known for her work in children’s literature. Her detailed and expressive illustrations complemented many classic tales, earning her a lasting reputation in the world of book art.