A very RARE and wonderful book!!! "Tales of Mystery and Imagination" is a captivating compilation of Edgar Allan Poe's iconic tales, brilliantly brought to life by the artistry of Arthur Rackham. The book uniquely captures the symbiotic relationship between Poe's darkly poetic narratives and Rackham's hauntingly beautiful illustrations. Serving as a remarkable fusion of literary and visual art, Rackham's creations enhance the mystifying and imaginative ambiance that is intrinsic to Poe's work. This collection curates twenty-nine of Poe's spellbinding tales, each accompanied by one of Rackham's images that range from ethereal to eerie, echoing Poe's unparalleled prowess in exploring the macabre and the surreal.
Book in very good condition, inside like fine condition, complete with 12 tipped-in color plates (including frontispiece) with speaking tissue guards and 17 full-page black and white illustrations, no foxing. Externally original cloth with wear around edges and corners, especially wear on spine, darkened, with some losses- see photos as part of description. beautiful illustrated endpapers, rear endpapers has some wear with losses-see last photos. Rarity.

A very RARE and wonderful book!!! "Tales of Mystery and Imagination" is a captivating compilation of Edgar Allan Poe's iconic tales, brilliantly brought to life by the artistry of Arthur Rackham. The book uniquely captures the symbiotic relationship between Poe's darkly poetic narratives and Rackham's hauntingly beautiful illustrations. Serving as a remarkable fusion of literary and visual art, Rackham's creations enhance the mystifying and imaginative ambiance that is intrinsic to Poe's work. This collection curates twenty-nine of Poe's spellbinding tales, each accompanied by one of Rackham's images that range from ethereal to eerie, echoing Poe's unparalleled prowess in exploring the macabre and the surreal.
Book in very good condition, inside like fine condition, complete with 12 tipped-in color plates (including frontispiece) with speaking tissue guards and 17 full-page black and white illustrations, no foxing. Externally original cloth with wear around edges and corners, especially wear on spine, darkened, with some losses- see photos as part of description. beautiful illustrated endpapers, rear endpapers has some wear with losses-see last photos. Rarity.

Número de livros
1
Tema
Ilustrados, Literatura
Título do livro
Tales of Mystery & Imagination
Estado
Muito bom
Autor/ Ilustrador
Edgar Allan Poe/Arthur Rackham
Artigo mais antigo do ano de publicação
1935
Altura
25 cm
Edição
1ª edição
Largura
18 cm
Idioma
Inglês
Idioma original
Sim
Editor
George Harrap
Encadernação
Capa Dura
Extras
Extratextos
Número de páginas
318

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Très bien emballé, conforme et livraison rapide.

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samuelgoldwood

Bellissima raccolta, regalo graditissimo per mia moglie (professoressa di inglese in pensione).

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user-7a76d8334970

Tear and significant missing on the inner pages plus unsightly spots p.78. Seem to me not reported and does not justify the "very good condition".

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ALRI50

Le livre est un peu usé (moisisses d'humidité) : normal pour ne édition de 1896. le frais d'envoie sont toutefois un peu excessifs.

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user-cefdf53

reçu rapide , exemplaire correct

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Lieferung gemäß Angaben und Bildern, flotte Zustellung. Sehr zufrieden! Viele Grüße aus Berlin

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regards from Italy. enjoy

very good condition of the book Thank you

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Fast delivery, friendly contact and professional handling.

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Spedizione veloce, imballaggio accurato, venditore eccellente. Il libro ha trovato un posto speciale nella mia libreria.Èra una gioia trovare questo gioiello di edizione. Grazie per tutto, a presto

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un vero piacere. enjoy

Book came at the adress safetly en well packed. i am very curious about this book. Thanks to the seller for the good service!

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enjoy a very interesting book!!

Everything perfect from beginning to end. An excellent transaction with anexcellent seller.A highlyProfessional,Serious,Courteous,Reliable, Recommendable & Client-sensitive Seller. Grazie Mille!5⭐️+🙏

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FORTHAMILTON

The seller packed the item wonderfully, taking extra care so that it wasn't damaged in its long trip the U.S. I'm very appreciative.

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many thanks. A pleasure

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