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The Wind in the Willows; With a Frontispiece by Graham Robertson
by Grahame, Kenneth
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London: Methuen and Company, 1908. First Edition, First Impression. Full leather. Near fine. First edition of The Wind in the Willows by Kenneth Grahame.. Octavo, [8], 302pp, [2]. Full forest green morocco, five raised bands, title in gilt on red label affixed to spine. Gilt embellishments to spine, thin gilt border to both covers. Top edge gilt, with light wear. Fore edge and bottom edge uncut. Marbled endpapers. Stated "First published in 1908" on copyright page. Solid text block, light foxing to edges of leaves throughout, near fine. Includes frontispiece with tissue cover. Publisher's original cloth front cover and spine affixed to rear flyleaves. A beautiful example. Kenneth Grahame (1859-1932) developed The Wind in the Willows from the bedtime stories he told his son, Alastair. Alastair served as inspiration for the main character, Mr. Toad. The Wind in the Willows is now Grahame's best-known title, and has since been adapted to stage and screen by other creators including A.A. Milne, Cosgrove Hall Films, and Walt Disney.
Synopsis
The Wind in the Willows is a classic children's book by Kenneth Grahame, published in 1908. The story follows the adventures of four animal friends - Mole, Rat, Badger, and Toad - as they explore the English countryside, battle against weasels and stoats, and learn about the value of friendship, loyalty, and the joys of a simple life. Through their adventures, the characters discover the importance of home and the pleasures of a peaceful existence. With its charming characters, vivid descriptions of nature, and timeless themes, The Wind in the Willows remains a beloved classic today.
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- The First Edition Rare Books, LLC
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- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 13935
- Title
- The Wind in the Willows; With a Frontispiece by Graham Robertson
- Author
- Grahame, Kenneth
- Illustrator
- First edition of The Wind in the Willows by Kenneth Grahame.
- Format/Binding
- Full leather
- Book Condition
- Used - Near fine
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Edition
- First Edition, First Impression
- Publisher
- Methuen and Company
- Place of Publication
- London
- Date Published
- 1908
- Keywords
- The Wind in the Willows first edition, Wind in the Willows first printing, Kenneth Grahame signed, Kenneth Grahame first edition book, first edition children's book, Graham Robertson illustrated
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