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Author: Hans Christian Andersen. Maxwell Armfield, illustrator.
Title: The Mermaid And Other Fairy Tales.
Publisher: London, J.M. Dent & Sons Limited, no date (1915). First thus.
Language: Text in English 
Size: 7" X 5.5".
Pages: 127 pages.
Binding: Attractive and very good original full-cloth binding (hinges fine, overall slightly scuffed -- as shown) under a removable protective mylar cover.
Content:  Very good content (bright, tight, and clean, gift note of a previous 1917 owner on the first endpaper - as shown, rare light foxing or toning - as shown).
Illustrations: Complete with eight full-page color illustrations by Maxwell Armfield.

Estimate: (Scarce with no or few other copies of this edition available for sale worldwide).

The book: "The Mermaid And Other Fairy Tales" by Hans Christian Andersen, featuring illustrations by Maxwell Armfield, is a 1915 edition that brings together a selection of Andersen's most enchanting stories. This collection includes not only the titular "The Mermaid" but also other well-known tales, each imbued with the magic and moral depth characteristic of Andersen's work. The edition is particularly notable for its artistic contributions by Armfield, whose illustrations add a vivid and contemporary visual dimension to these classic tales.

The author: Hans Christian Andersen (1805–1875) is one of the most beloved storytellers of all time, renowned for his fairy tales which have been translated into over 125 languages. His stories, such as "The Little Mermaid," "The Emperor's New Clothes," and "The Ugly Duckling," have become integral parts of global culture, cherished by children and adults alike.

The illustrator: Maxwell Armfield (1881–1972) was an English artist and illustrator known for his distinctive use of color and his ability to evoke a narrative through imagery. His work for this collection of Andersen's fairy tales is celebrated for its lyrical and ethereal quality, perfectly complementing the text.