Retold by Judge Parry. Illustrated by Walter Crane. First edition, No. 49 of 100 copies on Japanese vellum, with hand-coloured illustrations, numbered and signed by Edward A[bbott] Parry. In this special issue, three full-page colour illustrations, two alternate title-pages and a half-title precede the frontispiece and title-page. 8vo. Original cream paper-covered boards printed in brown on cover and spine. London: Blackie & Son Limited; Manchester: Sherratt & Hughes, 1900.
Two Autograph Letters Signed from Crane to Messrs, Sherratt & Hughes (June 14 & 18 1900,) discussing colour proofs and design of the title-page. With a manuscript leaf listing illustrations and their placing (title page, full pages and half pages) with notations. Some soiling and wear at extremities of spine and along joints, lower front hinge splitting; overall, very good. Letters in nice condition.
