FEATS ON THE FJORDS (1914) ARTHUR RACKHAM Colour Illustrations, Rare 1st Edition

Description: FEATS ON THE FJORDS by Harriet Martineau ILLUSTRATIONS BY ARTHUR RACKHAME. P. Dutton & Co. - J. M. Dent & Co. New York & London No date; circa 1914. Dk. green full cloth boards, ornate gilt cover design, rich cover and spine titles, large color plate, moderate shelf wear, rub. Gilt cover and spine design features crowned stork surrounded by gilt floral borders, patterns and titles also in gilt w/adhered plate of boy peering over porch rail onto fox in snowy village setting. Pages generally fine, clean; vintage inscription at front endp., blue crayon marking at back endps. Bind good; hinges intact. Rare Rackam illustrated classic features eight lithographic plates in colour. A classic tale of Norway. The story of Erica, a girl who believes in water sprites, wood demons and the spirit of the wind, Nipen. These beliefs are presented as figments of her imagination, yet real fears she has. Through her suffering, real and imagined, and the adventures of her friend, Rolf, it is a joy to watch her mature into wisdom. Employs colourful characters, from old, blind Peder and his wife Ulla to the young rambunctious Oddo. Set in the sweeping northern landscape of Norway, especially the "seater", where the Norse drive their cattle each spring to feed upon the mountain wildflowers, to make a particular cheese. Equally appealing to boys for the bravery of the men in daring rescues, fighting pirates, being stranded on an island and caring for the farm. And, to girls, as Erica must overcome her fears and hardships. Portable 5 1/4" x 7 1/4" design. Printed at The Temple Press, Printers, Letchworth. 128 pages. Insured post.

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Location: Rapid River, Michigan

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