Great books of the 20th century collection 105 volumes easton press rare fine. Andrew langs fairy books were edited by folklorist andrew lang, who is often credited as the author. The crimson fairy book, published in 1903, is the eighth of twelve collected fairy story books that were researched, translated and compiled by andrew lang 18441912 and his wife, leonora blanche alleyne lang. Andrew lang s fairy books or andrew lang s coloured fairy books are a twelvebook series of fairy tale collections. Langloh parker flora annie steel william elliot griffis elphinstone dayrell sophie. Make offer the pink fairy book andrew lang easton press leather. Issuu is a digital publishing platform that makes it simple to publish magazines, catalogs, newspapers, books, and more online. Andrew langs fairy book easton press 5 volumes leatherbound. Although andrew lang did not collect the stories himself from the oral tradition, the extent of his sources who had collected them originally, made them an immensely influential. Andrew lang s fairy books the folio society complete rainbow in 12 volumes. A superior collectible for rare book collectors all over the world.
Project gutenbergs fairy books edited by andrew lang, by. Traditional folk tales and fairy stories from around the world. Very nice set of fairy books published by easton press. Andrew langs fairy books folio society devotees librarything. Easton press andrew lang fairy books complete 12 volumes etsy. Make offer the nursery rhyme book by andrew lang easton press leather bound collectible. Edmund dulacs fairy book easton press leather fairy tales of the allied nation. He was inspired by folk tales as a child growing up on the englandscotland border, and wanted to distribute tales of every type to. Fairy easton tales grimms books press greatest edition collectors 1980 100 100 1980 collectors fairy press greatest easton edition grimms tales books. The blue fairy book was released as part of a four book set, which is how i got it the 4 books for 20 bucks special was worth it. Easton press first edition library complete james bond 007 ian fleming 14 vols. A group for those who seek out and collect books published by the easton press. Andrew lang fairy books discontinued need yellow and gray easton press collectors.
This easton press leatherbound collector edition contains. Dec 27, 2012 the fairy books in 12 volumes easton press andrew lang. The red fairy book andrew lang softcover living book press. Fairy andrew lang for sale antiquarian collectible books. Andrew langs classic collection of fairy tales, complete with all the original illustrations. These high quality books are meticulously bound in premium leather, with hubbed spine, gilded page edges, ribbon bookmarker, elegant fonts and illustrations, and moire endleaves. Folio society books, easton press bought and wanted. Andrew langs translation of the arabian nights is a sanitized. Easton franklin books specializes in selling books from the easton press and franklin library collections. One of the greatest ironies of his life is that although he wrote for a living, and published many books of fiction and poetry, as well as articles on anthropology and history, he is best known for the books he did not write specifically the 12 collected works known as andrew langs coloured fairy books.
Victorian scholar, author and editor andrew lang transformed. The blue, red, green, yellow, pink, grey, violet, crimson, brown, orange, olive, and lilac fairy books. They have stopped production on them and have none left. Each book is a collector edition that is as magnificent to see as it is to read. The first editions of andrew langs fairy book series have the most gorgeous covers and spines, which likely contributed to their enormous popularity on release.
This wonderful collection of fairy tales is introduced by a. Andrew langs fairy book easton press 9 volumes leatherbound crimson, green, pink, blue, orange, brown, grey, yellow, and olive fairy books on. He is married, has three children, and resides in arlington, va. The books should be in great condition, with their slipcases if issued.
Easton press andrew lang s fairy books 12 volumes complete mint sealed. Andrew lang s fairy book easton press 9 volumes leatherbound crimson, green, pink, blue, orange, brown, grey, yellow, and olive fairy books on. Andrew langs original rainbow fairy books beautifulbooks. Set inludes the crimson fairy book, the red fairy book, the orange fairy book, the yellow fairy book, the olive fairy book, the green fairy book, the blue fairy book, the violet fairy book, the lilac fairy book, the pink fairy book, the grey fairy book. On the whole, they reminded me of books by easton press, which also happens to have published a leatherbound version of the series. Easton press complete 4 volume perry mason by earle stanley. Project gutenbergs fairy books edited by andrew lang, by various. For the folio society, we are interested in the andrew lang rainbow fairy books, as well as the world mythology titles. You may copy it, give it away or reuse it under the terms of the project gutenberg license included with this ebook or online at. After receiving 10 of the 12 andrew lang fairy books, i was told they cannot get me the yellow or gray book. Easton press leather for sale rare antique furniture. Andrew lang folio society fairy books collectors weekly.
Andrew lang s fairy books or andrew lang s coloured fairy books constitute a twelvebook series of fairy tale collections. Easton press andrew lang fairy books complete 12 volumes. They sent out a mailing a while ago to regular buyers to poll what kind of. Easton press for sale antiquarian collectible books. The leatherbound astronauts library 6 vols signed wcoas and box easton press. A distinctive edition for your presidential library. Set inludes the crimson fairy book, the red fairy book, the orange fairy book, the yellow fairy book, the olive fairy book, the green fairy book, the blue fairy book, the violet fairy book, the lilac fairy book, the pink fairy book, the grey fairy book, and the brown. The fairy books in 12 volumes easton press andrew lang. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Folio society andrew lang complete rainbow fairy book collection beautiful fairy tales duration. Folio society, easton press, and other fancypants books folio society, easton press, and other fancypants books. Andrew lang 18441912 was a scots poet, novelist, and literary critic. Long walk to freedom nelson mandela signed easton press. Although lang didnt collect the stories from the oral tradition himself, he can make claim to the first english translation of many, which are often cited as inspiration to j.
Over 30 revolutionary super heroes await you, including spiderman, the avengers and doctor strange. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Find great deals on ebay for andrew lang fairy books folio society. The folio societys beautifully illustrated edition of andrew langs the pink fairy book. The fairy books of andrew lang a project gutenberg linked index to all stories in the 12 volumes language. Andrew lang, a scotsman, was a literary critic, novelist, poet, and a contributor to the field of anthropology. Signed limited ed easton press long walk to freedom nelson mandela leather mint. The world s most extensive selection of beautifully illustrated books. Seven of andrew langs fairy books, all but one still sealed in easton press original packaging.
Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. I dont think it s nearly as beautiful as these books though. The binding is of premium leather, selected for beauty and permanence, with titles and. Ive been eyeing those rainbow fairy book collections done by andrew lang, but folio only has four, while easton has all 12.
Copy of photos, personal formats, graphics, or text is prohibited. Project gutenberg titles by andrew lang lang, andrew, 18441912. The best known books of the series are the 12 collections of fairy tales also known as andrew lang s coloured fairy books or andrew lang s fairy books of many colors. This ebay store carries modern finely bound books, such as from folio society, franklin library, easton press, and others. The best known books of the series are the 12 collections of fairy tales also known as andrew langs coloured fairy books or andrew langs fairy books of many colors. Andrew lang was a scots poet, novelist and literary critic. Adelec, 2 years ago i have a feeling that my mum has an old copy of the brown fairy book, by andrew lang. Librivox recording of the yellow fairy book by andrew lang. Lot of 7 easton press leather andrew lang fairy books ebay. The best known books of the series are the 12 collections of fairy tales also known as andrew langs coloured fairy books or andrew langs fairy books of many.
It was the pink fairy book that was released all by its lonesome and is apparently oop. Original and unabridged andrew lang s rainbow fairy books volume 11 published december 27th 2017 by createspace independent publishing platform paperback, 234 pages. The easton press is an american publisher specializing in high quality leatherbound books. Folio society, easton press, and other fancypants books.
Lincoln and his generals easton press library of military history and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Lang published several collections of traditional tales, collectively known as andrew lang s fairy books. Lot of 7 easton press leather andrew lang fairy books. The fairy booksandrew lang easton presseight book lot lot includes. Be sure to check out the blue fairy book and our other offerings also. Andrew langs fairy books of many colors collections. The fairy books of andrew lang by andrew lang free ebook. The silver age 19601970 marks the second chapter in the folio societys collaboration with marvel comics. The fairy books folio society 12volume set andrew lang. Dover childrens classics publisher series librarything. Childrens books and mythology titles are also of interest. The easton press collector edition the nursery rhyme book displays the classic design and meticulous workmanship that made deluxe picture books such treasured holiday gifts in the late victorian era. This is the first time i can remember seeing these available from easton or maybe the first time i noticed them. The fairy books folio society 12volume set andrew lang hpb.
Easton press has procured the ultimate in value and collectability. Easton press 100 greatest books set best books of all time. The books will be carefully packaged and shipped in a sturdy box. The best known books of the series are the twelve collections of fairy tales, known as andrew lang s coloured fairy books or andrew lang s fairy books of many colors. The arabian nights andrew lang version readers lane. Andrew langs fairy book easton press 5 volumes leatherbound crimson, blue, orange, grey, and yellow fairy books by lang, andrew book condition. Easton press sells the worlds greatest books, bound in genuine leather and accented with 22kt gold. A complete set of the 100 greatest books ever written series from easton press.
Published 2009 by the easton press hardcover, 366 pages authors. Folio society andrew lang complete rainbow fairy book. The langs fairy books are a series of 25 collections of true and fictional stories for children published between 1889 and 19 by andrew lang and his wife, leonora blanche alleyne. Dec 10, 2011 whether or not its on account of my feeble powers of recollection, i regard andrew langs fairy books as the repository of marchen folk and fairy tales that isnt an encyclopedia of some sort. Cinderella and other stories from the blue fairy book by andrew lang the crimson fairy book by andrew lang the denslow picture book treasury by. Easton press andrew langs fairy books, complete in 12 volumes edited by andrew lang uniform multicolor leather bindings, distinct cover. Although andrew lang did not collect the stories himself from the oral tradition, the extent of his sources, who had collected them originally with. Our extraordinary books are an elegant addition to any home or office, and make the perfect gift for christmas, birthdays, fathers day, mothers day or any. Beautifully illustrated hardcover books folio society. The crimson fairy book the lilac fairy book the pink. To my mind, lang is the british analog of perrault, the brothers grimm, asbjornsen and moe, and anderson despite the fact that he reputedly. Oct 12, 2019 the easton press is an american publisher specializing in high quality leatherbound books.
In all, the volumes feature 798 stories, besides the 153 poems in the blue poetry book. The fairy books, andrew lang, easton press, eight book lot. Lot 7 heirloom childrens classics illustrated by michael hague easton press set. It has since become evident to me that the richard burton translation, favored by my beloved easton press, is the. Andrew lang s fairy books or andrew lang s coloured fairy books constitute a twelvebook series of fairy tale collections, but only 4 have been reproduced by the folio society. Andrew langs fairy book easton press 9 volumes leatherbound. The collection was assembled by scottish folklorist andrew lang. No previous owners bookplates or other marks in books. Unfollow easton press fairy to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Looked at my lovely collection of andrew langs the blue fairy book, the red fairy book, the green. Andrew langs fairy books are a series of twentyfive collections of true and fictional. Andrew lang s fairy books or andrew lang s coloured fairy books constitute a twelve book series of fairy tale collections. Andrew langs rainbow fairy book collection, cloth bound editions andrew. Andrew lang s fairy book easton press 5 volumes leatherbound crimson, blue, orange, grey, and yellow fairy books by lang, andrew book condition.
Complete volumes for sale historical memorabilia collectibles. The brown fairy book andrew lang by shellaroyster issuu. Andrew lang s fairy books or andrew lang s coloured fairy books constitute a twelve book series of fairy tale collections, but only 4 have been reproduced by the folio society. The pink fairy book andrew lang easton press leather. Exrare 1st edn 1889 andrew lang s rarest blue fairy book 1st edn 1st printing. Andrew langs fairy books 18891910 not only contain implicit and explicit references to colonialism but also exhibit qualities similar to other nineteenthcentury collections. It has since become evident to me that the richard burton translation, favored by my beloved easton press, is the goto adaptation and presents the tales with all. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can. Andrew lang fairy books discontinued need yellow and. The fairy books in 12 volumes easton press andrew lang stay safe and healthy. Easton press 100 greatest books set leather books, leather.
They often publish large series of books, but one of their lesserknown collections was a set known as the masterpieces of fantasy that they produced between 1996 and 1998, which included about 40 classic fantasy novels. I can usually say how i came across any book ive ever read, and roughly when, too. Folio society andrew lang complete rainbow fairy book collection beautiful. Absolutely stunning set of 12 volumes of andrew lang s classic fairy books, reprinted by the folio society. I dont think its nearly as beautiful as these books. Traditional folk tales and fairy stories from around the w. Copy of photos, personal formats, graphics, or text is. Folio society langs rainbow fairy books beautifulbooks. Andrew langs translation of the arabian nights is a sanitized version of the original that despite the diet coke feel still gratifies readers. But i cant for the life of me recall how i stumbled uponand im sure i stumbled upon them andrew langs fairy books, often called the coloured fairy books, and sometimes the rainbow fairy books. Project gutenberg s the fairy books of andrew lang, by andrew lang and others this ebook is for the use of anyone anywhere at no cost and with almost no restrictions whatsoever. Lincoln and his generals easton press library of military history and a great selection of related books. Find great deals on ebay for easton press lot and franklin library lot. Enter your search terms separated by spaces, then press.
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