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Women childrens book illustrators of the 19th and 20th centuriesmabel lucie attwell mabel lucie attwell 18791964 mabel lucie attwell became a household name during the 1930s and 40s with her illustrations of pudgy and appealing toddlers. Britains 10 most iconic childrens book illustrators. Over the hills has poems from a child s perspective by e l shute with accompanying illustration by jessie watkins. Rare first editions, signed and inscribed copies, deluxe and collectible editions of books, pamphlets, and ephemera relating to books written for children or juveniles. This miniature edition published in 1907 was a real success and remains a highly collectable edition. Due to its very limited numbers, in our time is considered one of the rare books for book collectors around the world. Bessie pease gutmans little collies are as adorable as her babies. Antique children s story picture book i love turn of the century victorian children s books. If you are looking for the perfect gift, look no further than the rare vintage children s books section of the biblio rare book room.
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