1921 First Edition illustrated by Maginel Wright Enright- Heidi by Johanna Spyri
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Author: Johanna Spyri. Translated by Philip Schuyler Allen. Maginel Wright Enright, illustrator. Milo Winter, endpapers illustrator.
Title: Heidi: A Story for Children and Those Who Love Children.
Publisher: Chicago, New York, Rand, McNally & Company, 1921. Windermere Series. First Edition illustrated by Maginel Wright Enright.
Language: Text in English.
Size: 9" X 7".
Pages: viii-368 pages.
Binding: Attractive and near fine original publisher's decorated blue cloth binding, with pictorial color onlay to front cover, elaborate gilt ruling and titling (hinges fine, overall slightly scuffed - as shown) under a protective removable mylar cover.
Content: Very good content (bright, tight and clean, neat early ownership inscription to the front endpaper - as shown).
Illustrations: Beautifully illustrated throughout with vibrant full-page color plates by Maginel Wright Enright, along with illustrated endpapers and textual ornamentation.
The book: A desirable Windermere Series First edition of Heidi, richly illustrated by Maginel Wright Enright, published in 1921. This edition captures the beloved Alpine tale with emotional resonance and visual charm, pairing Spyri’s enduring narrative with color illustrations that reflect the innocence and warmth of childhood. Enright’s art brings the mountain scenery and affectionate characters vividly to life, making this volume a cherished item for collectors of children’s literature.
The author: Johanna Spyri (1827–1901) was a Swiss author best known for Heidi, her most famous work, which has become one of the most beloved children’s novels worldwide. Drawing from the landscapes and traditions of her native Switzerland, Spyri created a timeless tale of compassion, resilience, and the healing power of nature and kindness.
The illustrator: Maginel Wright Enright (1881–1966), the younger sister of famed architect Frank Lloyd Wright, was a distinguished American illustrator whose work for children's books in the early 20th century gained wide recognition. Her illustrations in this Heidi edition are notable for their detailed line work, harmonious color palette, and the gentle expressiveness that complements the story’s themes of home, love, and adventure.