Aesop’s Fables 1884 D Lothrop And Co., Illustrated By J. Tenniel Antique HC

About this book

Beautiful antique 1884 edition of Aesop’s Fables, published by D. Lothrop and Company, Boston, and illustrated by the celebrated J. Tenniel. This charming Victorian hardcover features an especially attractive decorative cloth binding with ornate gilt spine titling and stylized botanical cover design that gives it strong shelf presence. Tenniel’s name adds real collectible interest, as he remains one of the most recognized 19th-century illustrators.

A highly displayable antique volume that appeals to collectors of Victorian illustrated books, Aesop editions, decorative cloth bindings, and 19th-century children’s literature. The combination of early date, decorative binding, and Tenniel illustrations makes this a desirable copy for both reading and collection.

Synopsis / Topic

Aesop’s Fables gathers the classic moral tales traditionally attributed to Aesop, including animal stories and allegorical lessons that have remained influential for centuries. This edition, arranged by Rev. T. James and illustrated by J. Tenniel, represents a handsome late-19th-century American printing of one of the most enduring books in world literature.

Details

* Title: Aesop’s Fables

* Publisher: D. Lothrop and Company

* Place: Boston

* Year: 1884

* Illustrator: J. Tenniel

* Editor/Version by: Rev. T. James, M.A.

* Format: Hardcover