Publisher: Frederick Warne and Co., Ltd., London and New York
Year of Publication: Circa 1949 (gift inscription dated "Xmas 1949")
Edition: Undated reprint, likely mid-20th century (not a first edition)
Format: Hardcover with Dust Jacket (protected in removable sleeve)
Pages: 340
Language: English
Genre: Mythology / Classics / Children's Literature
Mini Story: Step into the age of chivalry, valor, and epic quests in this beautifully illustrated edition of The Legends of King Arthur and His Knights. Compiled by Sir James Knowles, this retelling draws on the timeless Arthurian lore of Excalibur, Camelot, and the noble Knights of the Round Table. A nostalgic and richly visual reading experience for lovers of classic myth and folklore.
Condition: Condition: Good – see detailed notes below.
This vintage edition presents well with its original dust jacket:
Dust jacket is complete with vivid front illustration, showing some edge wear and chips, especially to top spine and rear (now housed in a removable protective sleeve).
Red cloth hardcover is firm and square with light wear to corners.
Pages are clean, age-toned, and tightly bound.
Gift inscription present on front endpaper: “Roger. Xmas 1949.”
Colour frontispiece and internal plate illustrations still vibrant.
No price clip; original price of 6/- NET printed on flap.
A charming example of mid-century Arthurian publishing.
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