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PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

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HRD. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

hardcover. Zustand: Near Fine. First Edition. The House of Warne: One Hundred Years of Publishing, Arthur King & A. F. Stuart â" First Edition Publication: London, Frederick Warne & Co Ltd, 1965 Formatting: 8vo, pp. x, 107. Condition Report: Near Fine. The book presents exceptionally well and retains its original clear plastic acetate wrapper. The beige cloth boards are remarkably bright and clean, free from any handling marks, staining, or shelf-wear, while the gilt lettering and illustrated figures on the upper board and spine remain crisp and entirely unoxidised. The binding is tight, square, and secure, with sharp corners and unbumped spine ends. Internally, the text block is pristine: bright, clean, and completely free of any foxing, tearing, or marking, completing a superb, highly preserved copy. Catalogue Note: First edition. This volume provides a comprehensive history of the esteemed Frederick Warne & Co. publishing house, spanning the hundred years from its foundation in 1865 to 1965. Warne is renowned globally for its children's literature, most notably as the publisher of Beatrix Potter, Randolph Caldecott, Kate Greenaway, and L. Leslie Brooke. The book is extensively illustrated throughout with numerous in-text images and eleven plates, ten of which are in vibrant colour, showcasing the iconic illustrations that defined the publisher's legacy. The distinctive cover, designed by CÃ cile Curtis, features beloved characters such as Peter Rabbit and Jemima Puddle-Duck stamped in colour alongside crisp gilt titling. Finding a copy in such immaculate condition, complete with its original, undamaged protective clear wrapper, makes this a particularly desirable example for collectors of publisher histories or children's literature provenance. An indispensable resource for bibliophiles and fans of classic children's literature, The House of Warne traces the fascinating first century of one of Britain's most cherished publishing houses. From its early origins and the establishment of its New York branch to its legendary collaborations with Beatrix Potter and Kate Greenaway, Arthur King and A. F. Stuart offer a deeply researched and richly illustrated journey through the company's illustrious past. CÃ cile Curtis (illustrator).…