Fairy stories. The Last of the Fairies by G. P. R. James, 1848 - first edition

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Fairy stories. 1848 The Last of the Fairies by G. P. R. James. London: Parry & Co. With illustrations from designs by John Gilbert, engraved by Henry Vizetelly. Contemporary half calf, gilt titles and decorations to the spine, the spine heavily discoloured, the joints rubbed, some spots to the boards, the corners lightly rubbed and worn. Engraved frontispiece, half title page, lacking p. 111-112; illustrated with ten engravings, lacking one. A first edition of this uncommon Victorian fairytale, produced in the manner of Dickens' Christmas books, with colourful engraved borders. 8vo. (1) Publisher: Parry & Co. Publisher Location: London Publication Date: 1848 Binding: Hardcover Edition: First Edition Printing: First Impression