The Tale of Peter Rabbit. Beatrix Potter.

Author: Beatrix Potter. Title: The Tale of Peter Rabbit. Publisher: London and New York, Frederick Warne and Co., no date (circa 1910 -- according to the left-hand paper, introduced for The Tale of Mrs. Tittlemouse. Mrs. Tittlemouse and the bee appearing in place of Hunca Munca). Language: Text in English Size: 6.5 x 4.5 inches. Pages: 85 pages. Binding: Attractive and very good original grey-green boards with a mounted colour illustration of Peter Rabbit on the front cover, titled in white. Spine with matching white titles. Dot in the center of 'of' on spine and front board (hinge fine, overall slightly scuffed - as shown) under a protective removable mylar cover. Content: Very good content (bright, tight and clean, rare light foxing - as shown, with a charming 1917 inscription by a prior owner, Marjorie Lilian Penwell, on the first blank page - as shown). Illustrations: Complete with the 26 full-colour plates by Beatrix Potter, with the iconic frontispiece of Peter Rabbit. **** The book: This delightful early edition of The Tale of Peter Rabbit is one of the most beloved children's books of all time. First self-published in 1901 and later taken on by Frederick Warne in 1902, this enduring tale follows the mischievous Peter Rabbit as he ventures into Mr. McGregor's garden against his mother's wishes. The engaging story, combined with Potter's whimsical watercolour illustrations, has captivated generations. This particular copy retains the charm of early editions with its characteristic grey boards and colour plates, a must-have for any serious collector or fan of children's literature.