Description: The MFLIBRA Antique Books Team Presents: 1864 Rare First Edition - Mr. Wind and Madam Rain by Paul de Musset, illustrated by Charles H. Bennett. (Description) Author: Paul de Musset. Translated by Emily Makepeace. Charles Bennett, illustrator. Title: Mr. Wind and Madam Rain. Publisher: London, Sampson Low, Son, & Co., 1864. First Edition. Language: Text in English. Size: 7" X 6". Pages: 112 pages. Binding: Attractive and very good original gilt decorated full-cloth binding (hinges fine, overall slightly worn and scuffed - as shown) under a protective removable mylar cover. All edges are gilt. Content: Good to very good content (bright, tight, some light foxing and staining - as shown, nice bookplate in the form of a skull through which a worm wriggles with the owner’s initials “PMF” tattooed on the forehead on the front endpaper - as shown). Illustrations: Profusely illustrated by Charles Bennett. The book: "Mr. Wind and Madam Rain" is a charming allegory that personifies natural elements, blending poetic narrative with rich, illustrative artwork to tell a story that appeals to both young and adult readers. This rare edition captures a unique blend of art and literature from the Victorian era.The author: Paul de Musset, a French writer, was known for his poems and essays, and his work often reflected the literary influence of his more famous brother, Alfred de MussetThe Illustrator: Charles Bennett was a celebrated Victorian illustrator known for his ability to imbue characters with motion and emotion, often using line art to create whimsical and engaging scenes. No-question-money-back guarantee on everything we sell. Buyer pays shipping. Items are shipped out within 24 hours of receiving the order. Canada Post Service standards :[Canada] Parcel Services standards are 3 to 12 business days.[United States] Small Packet standards are 6 to 12 business days.[International] Airmail Parcel standards are 2 to 4 weeks.
Price: 248 CAD
Location: Montreal
End Time: 2024-11-10T17:08:18.000Z
Shipping Cost: 8.94 CAD
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Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
Returns Accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Binding: Cloth
Language: English
Illustrator: Charles Bennett
Special Attributes: 1st Edition, Collector's Edition, Illustrated
Author: Paul de Musset. Translated by Emily Makepeace
Publisher: Sampson Low, Son, & Co.
Topic: Fairy Tales & Fantasy
Subject: Illustrated
Year Printed: 1864
