The Wind in the Willows
by Kenneth Grahame
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- Hardcover
- Condition
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BACUP, Lancashire, United Kingdom
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About This Item
The Wind in the Willows by Kenneth Grahame (Methuen & Co. Ltd, reprint 1966), illustrated by Ernest H. Shepard.
This classic children's book was originally published in 1908 and first illustrated with b/w line drawings by E. H. Shepard (1879-1976) for the 1931 edition. Shepard later re-visited the work and produced further illustrations in colour for the 1959 edition, this copy being the 1966 third reprint of that edition.
Hardback in price-clipped dustwrapper. Top edge of page-block tinted light green. 285pp including b/w illustrations plus eight colour plates. Size: 8.25 x 5.5 inches approx. (208mm x 141mm).
Dustwrapper age-toned and spotted; a little dulled/sunned to spine. Covers showing some uneven sunning, especially to spine, otherwise clean. Light spotting to edges of page-block.
Overall, showing light shelf wear but otherwise a clean, fresh copy – quite lovely.
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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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Details
- Bookseller
- D. B. Derbyshire Bookseller PBFA (GB)
- Bookseller's Inventory #
- DBZ1812
- Title
- The Wind in the Willows
- Author
- Kenneth Grahame
- Illustrator
- Ernest H. Shepard
- Book Condition
- Used
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Edition
- reprint
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Publisher
- Methuen
- Date Published
- 1966
- Weight
- 0.00 lbs
- Keywords
- Illustrated, Children's Books, E. H. Shepard, Kenneth Grahame
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- Reprint
- Any printing of a book which follows the original edition. By definition, a reprint is not a first edition.
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- Spine
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- Shelf Wear
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