Aesop's Fables

Lovely illustrated "memorial" edition that updates the classic fables, yet maintains their lessons & substance. Orig. published in 1949, this is the 1969 hardcover edition housed in slipcase published by the Heritage Press, set in Caslon type, printed on high-quality antique finished paper. In 130 pages, with pen-and-ink drawings throughout by children's book illustrator Robert Lawson. With brown cloth-covered boards & gilt design & lettering to front & spine, this book is in Fine condition: looks & feels just slightly less crisp than Brand New! Completely clean, binding straight & strong, pages creamy white & unmarked. Original "Sandglass" insert laid in. Former owner's bookplate inside front cover. Light brown slipcase is Near Fine, downgraded due to two light smudges. Edges crisp & secure. Our photos depict he Exact book you will receive from us, never "stock" images of books we don't actually have! Same Day Shipping on all orders received by 2 pm Weekdays (Pacific time); later orders, Weekends & holidays ship very next business day.

Product Info

Publisher: Heritage Press

Year: 1969

Type: Used

Binding: Softcover

First Edition

Seller Info

GargoyleBooks

Address: 7525 Olive Place La Mesa, California

Website: https://www.gargoylebooks.net

Country: United States