The Magic Map Book
“This is the Magic Map-Book, within whose leaves you’ll find Pictures of Fairy places, of every sort and kind…” [Introduction]
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Description
This charming and rare book provides an illustrated adventure through the upside-down world of Fairy-land. Young Dickey and Gwen are led to a variety of fantastical places by Elf-man, a spritely guide who speaks in rhyming verse. Soaring on the back of Mother Goose, sailing aboard a fleet of paper boats, afternoon tea with the Fairy Queen, and a brief visit to Mr. Hare’s Abode are just a few of the exciting activities experienced by the children.
No adventure is complete without a map, and the book includes four. Single page maps show The Wood made famous by Little Red Riding Hood, Wondershop Town, and the Witch’s Garden. A wonderful fold-out map near the front shows the entirety of Fairyland, “a country of strange and wonderful places, fairies, witches, dragons, & giants.”
Written by May Byron and illustrated by Alan Wright. Published in London in 1909 by Henry Frowde and Hodder & Stoughton.
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Publication Date: 1909
Author: May Byron
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Condition: B+
Condition Description: 52 pp. book, approximately 9.25" x 7.25", bound with string to original illustrated paper covered boards. Gutter is worn and the front endpapers have an old owner's inscription. Contents are generally in good condition, with moderate scattered soiling visible on both text and illustrations. Includes folding "Map of Fairyland" affixed to the front cover. It measures 14.6" x 10.2" and shows moderate wear along fold lines. A small tear (about 1 inch) on the lower right side has been repaired on the verso. Good condition overall for a scarce publication.
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