1937 Rare Book - Fairy Tales from the Arabian Nights illustrated by John D. Batten.
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(Description)
Author: Edited by E. Dixon, John D. Batten, illustrator.
Title: Fairy Tales from the Arabian Nights.
Publisher: London, J.M. Dent and Sons Ltd., 1937. First published 1907, revised edition.
Language: Text in English.
Size: 8 " X 6 ".
Pages: xiv-333 pages.
Binding: Attractive and very good original full-cloth binding (hinges fine, overall slightly worn and scuffed - as shown) under a protective removable mylar cover.
Content: Very good content (bright, tight, and clean, rare foxing or staining - as shown).
Illustrations: Profusely and nicely illustrated with a colored frontispiece and thirty-one illustrations by John D. Batten.
The book: A charming collection of fairy tales from the Arabian Nights, edited and arranged by E. Dixon and splendidly illustrated by John D. Batten. This edition captures the magic and adventure of these classic stories, bringing them to life with vivid and imaginative artwork. Ideal for both young readers and collectors of classic illustrated books
The editor: E. Dixon is recognized for his work in compiling and editing literature, particularly in presenting classic tales in an accessible format for contemporary readers.
The illustrator: John D. Batten (1860 – 1932) was a British painter and illustrator, known for his contributions to children's literature and folk tales. His illustrations for the Arabian Nights are particularly celebrated for their intricate detail and evocative imagery that complement the exotic themes of the stories.