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Elves and Fairies
Elves and Fairies by Annie R. Rentoul revives the golden glow of early Australian picture books, pairing gentle bedtime verse with Ida Rentoul Outhwaite’s famous color plates of gossamer-winged sprites and mischievous elves. This 1999 Hachette Australia hardcover reissue keeps the 1900s charm alive for fairy-tale collectors and young dreamers alike.
The oversize 80-page volume arrives with its original dust jacket, every spread showcasing Outhwaite’s delicate pen-and-ink work and lush watercolors that defined Edwardian fantasy illustration. Parents searching for classic nursery rhymes, fantasy bedtime stories, or heirloom-quality folklore will find the perfect blend of art and narrative here.
Condition notes: crisp pages, secure binding, light foxing confined to the inside of the jacket and front inner cover—no musty smell or child scribbles. A lovely copy for gifting, reading aloud, or displaying among vintage children’s literature.