The tale of peter rabbit book vintage rare

Historical, thematic, or author primacy can distinguish a common older edition from a truly rare book. Tale of peter rabbit by beatrix potter, first edition. Beatrix potter 18661943 writing and illustrating skills were developed at a young age. In 1893 she sent a sequence of illustrated letters about a naughty rabbit to the children of her former. As a child, beatrix potter 18661943 was fascinated by nature, using her considerable artistic talent to paint animal and plants. This version of less than thirty pages does not match the original collection of peter rabbit tales, but it is a nice introduction to the lessons of peter for younger children.

There are twentythree of these little tales about woodland animals who are, of course, little people in disguise, as they wear clothes and behave exactly as their human counterparts would. First edition, first impression, with the title page dated 1903 and without the words author of the tale of peter rabbit. Tale of peter rabbit by beatrix potter, first edition abebooks. Jul 29, 2016 rare antique book peter rabbit and his pa, by louise a. The story originated in 1897 with a picture letter to noel moore, and was rewritten in 1901 for norah moore. Potter published the first two private editions of peter rabbit at her own expense, both editions totaling only 450 copieswhich immediately sold. Most valuable childrens books you might already own. Despite peters deliberate disobedience, his mother still takes care of him when he returns ill. I dont know what to write to you, so i shall tell you a story about four little rabbits, whose names were flopsy, mopsy, cottontail, and peter, began potter.

Jan 24, 2011 one of the most popular childrens books of all time, the tale of peter rabbit has sold more than 45 million copies over the past century. Published by saalfield publishing co, chicago 1916, 1st edition, 1st printing. Antique beatrix potter book, the story of miss moppet 1916 rare frederick warne. This version of less than thirty pages does not match the original collection of peter rabbit tales, but it is a. Collecting the tale of peter rabbit by potter, beatrix. Publisher frederick warne agreed to print the first trade edition of peter rabbit in 1902. Mar 14, 2011 there is also atlanta vintage books in ga. If you own one of these rare books, youre sitting on a. Despite peter s deliberate disobedience, his mother still takes care of him when he returns ill. It is the first book to feature the introduction of pictorial. As well as being a beloved childrens story, the book s publication history is very interesting, with two private printings.

This is because collectors and museums are willing to pay more for a work that can be authenticated as a first edition. Slightly better than very good condition in a very good dustwrapper. The tale of peter rabbit is a childrens book written and illustrated by beatrix potter that follows mischievous and disobedient young peter rabbit as he gets into, and is chased about, the garden of mr. Rare edition of beatrix potters peter rabbit set to sell. The tale of peter rabbit c1931 vintage childrens book, illst. The tale of peter rabbit book with original dust jacket beatrix potter 1916 rare p dir ltrthe tale of peter rabbit book with original dust jacket beatrix potter 1916 rare. The tale of peter rabbit book 549 by designed by jeanne. A rare privately printed edition of the tale of peter rabbit, the book which would help make beatrix potter one of the most famous childrens authors of all time, is up for auction the tiny. The mother goose book is the best of the two but is missing its back cover. There have been several reprints of the first edition, and they can be hard to distinguish from the originals. About this book peter rabbit is a classic childrens book, loved by many children since its first publication.

Unlike some editions, this book cover artwork of virginia albert matches the interior illustrated pages. Read the classic illustrated childrens story, the tale of peter rabbit, by beatrix potter, online at the cybercrayon reading room for free. The tale of peter rabbit by potter, beatrix jonkers rare. When determining the value of a vintage book, there are several key factors that dealers and specialists consider. Rare books by beatrix potter, including first editions, signed first editions and finely bound copies.

Good online references for value are abe books and antique books. The tale of peter rabbit by beatrix potter youtube. The original dust jacket has a few tears and some wear as expected for 1916. A remake of the vintage beatrix potter peter rabbit tales. This generously sized book tells beatrix potters famous tale of naughty peter rabbits adventures in mr. The tale of peter rabbit offers the simple lesson in the rewards of obedience and good behavior, as his siblings enjoy a hearty meal while he is bedridden, recovering from his unexpected adventure. As well as being a beloved childrens story, the book s publication history is very interesting, with two private printings appearing before the first commercial edition.

Tale of peter rabbit first edition bauman rare books. The value of a first edition of the tale of peter rabbit can vary dramatically. The tale was written for fiveyearold noel moore, son of potters former governess. Very good condition in a almost very good dustwrapper. Two very rare pulp books that never come up for auction because of how fragile they are. Apr 19, 2020 if you are looking for a first edition of the tale of peter rabbit or think you have a copy. Here is a charming, vintage edition of the tale of peter rabbit by beatrix potter. The tale of peter rabbit read books online for free. Presented by pom harrington, owner of peter harrington rare books. Peter macdiarmid staff getty images when potter made a private printing of the tale of peter rabbit, the edition comprised of just 250 copies and one of these can be worth. Rare edition of beatrix potters peter rabbit set to sell for. If you own one of these rare books, youre sitting on a gold. Nov 12, 2011 the tale of peter rabbit, published in 1902, was her first book, expanded from an illustrated letter she had sent to a young friend who was ill.

The tale of peter rabbit all began with a letter potter sent to cheer up noel moore, the five year old son of her former governess, who was recovering from a bout of scarlet fever in 1893. First printing with date on title page and no notation of author of tale of peter rabbit under potters name on title page. Make offer peter rabbit first american pirated edition 1904 beatrix potter rare beatrix potter the tale of mrs. Extremely rare first edition of the tale of peter rabbit posted on march 4, 2016 beatrix potter was a famous author who wrote childrens stories about lots of different animals, like peter rabbit, squirrel nutkin and mrs tiggywinkle. The tale of peter rabbit is the first in a series of delightful childrens books by beatrix potter. There is no date of publication stated, but the book is likely from the early 1900s. Extremely rare first edition of the tale of peter rabbit. Make offer antique beatrix potter book, the story of miss moppet 1916 rare frederick warne beatrix potter. A fine copy of the first warne edition complete with dustwrapper may command a five figure sum, such is its rarity, whereas the more commonly encountered damaged and worn copies without dustjacket may be worth no more than a couple of hundred pounds. Rare antique book peter rabbit and his pa, by louise a. This book is in very good condition for being over 100 years old. Young children will be enchanted by the simple text and beautiful illustrations, which bring a classic story vibrantly to life.

One of the most popular childrens books of all time, the tale of peter rabbit has sold more than 45 million copies over the past century. Due to its very limited numbers, in our time is considered one of the rare books for book collectors around the world. She was fascinated by nature and story telling and her 1st book, peter rabbit, was an expansion of a letter to her former governesss children. Peter harrington, london, is one of the leading rare book firms in the world, and their website offers the following advice. Finally, the tale of peter rabbit is available in a colorful board book. He escapes and returns home to his mother, who puts him to bed after offering him chamomile tea. David brass has actually dealt in beatrix potter books and have a few editions for sale that you can compare yours to. Undaunted by multiple publishers rejections, potter published the first two private editions of peter rabbit at her own expense, both editions totaling only 450 copieswhich immediately sold. The tale of peter rabbit by potter, beatrix jonkers rare books. Jan 19, 2006 5 the tale of peter rabbit by beatrix potter privately printed, 1901. Two vintage 1920s mother goose peter rabbit pulp childrens books very rare. Mar 04, 2016 a rare privately printed edition of the tale of peter rabbit, the book which would help make beatrix potter one of the most famous childrens authors of all time, is up for auction the tiny.

In beatrix second book, this tale about a tail a tail that belonged to a little red squirrel teaches the misbehaving nutkin that bad things happen when you taunt old brown the owl. First editions of peter rabbit peter harrington rare books. Great savings free delivery collection on many items. Rare or early editions by these famous writers are highly sought after.