Beautiful vintage hardcover edition of Poems of Childhood by celebrated American poet Eugene Field, featuring highly collectible illustrations by renowned artist Maxfield Parrish.

This early Charles Scribner's Sons edition contains numerous illustrations by Maxfield Parrish, including the famous and highly sought-after color plates that have made this title a favorite among collectors of illustrated books and Golden Age illustration. The book features black cloth-covered boards with mounted front cover illustration, gilt spine lettering, and decorative artwork throughout.

Maxfield Parrish's distinctive use of color, fantasy, and imaginative imagery helped establish this volume as one of the most desirable illustrated children's books of the early twentieth century. The dramatic lobster illustration and other Parrish artwork remain especially popular with collectors.

An excellent addition for collectors of Maxfield Parrish, Eugene Field, vintage children's literature, illustrated poetry, antique books, and early Scribner publications.

Condition Notes:

• Vintage pre-owned condition
• Hardcover edition
• Written by Eugene Field
• Illustrated by Maxfield Parrish
• Includes illustrations throughout
• Front cover illustration present
• Gilt spine lettering remains visible
• No dust jacket
• Cover shows moderate to heavy wear from age and handling
• Scuffing, scratches, and discoloration to cover
• Edge and corner wear present
• Spine ends show wear
• Interior pages show age toning
• Some foxing, spotting, and age-related discoloration present
• Binding remains intact
• Pages appear secure
• Color illustration plates appear present
• No major loose pages observed
• May contain additional age-related wear, marks, or imperfections
• Sold exactly as pictured
• See photos for exact condition, edition details, and measurements

ITEM SPECIFICS:

• Title: Poems of Childhood
• Author: Eugene Field
• Illustrator: Maxfield Parrish
• Language: English
• Format: Hardcover
• Genre: Poetry
• Genre: Children's Literature
• Genre: Classic Literature
• Genre: Illustrated Books
• Topic: Childhood
• Topic: Poetry
• Topic: Children's Poems
• Topic: Illustrated Classics
• Topic: Americana
• Publisher: Charles Scribner's Sons
• Narrative Type: Poetry
• Intended Audience: Young Adults
• Intended Audience: Adults
• Intended Audience: Children
• Era: Early 20th Century
• Features: Illustrated
• Features: Color Plates
• Features: Vintage Hardcover
• Features: Collectible Edition
• Features: Maxfield Parrish Illustrations
• Features: Mounted Cover Illustration
• Original Language: English
• Signed: No
• Personalized: No
• Inscribed: No
• Vintage: Yes
• Ex Libris: No
• Literary Movement: Children's Poetry
• Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
• Number of Pages:
• Unit Quantity: 1
• Unit Type: Unit
• UPC: Does Not Apply

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