Magnificently reprinted from more than 25 rare early editions, these 86 illustrations include many plates that have not been reproduced in decades. They span Rackham's career — his landmark 1905 edition of Rip Van Winkle to masterworks such as Undine and A Midsummer Night's Dream and his final publication, Wind in the Willows, in 1939. Dover Original.
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Art of Arthur Rackham: 24 Cards by Arthur Rackham, Jeff A. Menges Handsome reproductions from the Golden Age of book illustration include plates for The Romance of King Arthur, Peter Pan in Kensington Gardens, A Midsummer Night's Dream, and Aesop's Fables. Captions.
Rackham Fairy Tale Stained Glass Coloring Book by Arthur Rackham, Marty Noble Sixteen ready-to-color scenes from beloved favorites, adapted from charming Victorian-era illustrations for "Hansel and Gretel," "Jack and the Beanstalk," "Little Red Riding Hood," "The Three Bears," "Battle of the Birds," and more.
120 Great Victorian Fantasy Paintings CD-ROM and Book by Jeff A. Menges These 120 full-color paintings from the 19th- and early-20th centuries feature Pre-Raphaelite, Symbolist, and Narrative works by such noteworthy artists as Waterhouse, Burne-Jones, Draper, Watts, and Grimshaw.
Visions of Camelot: Great Illustrations of King Arthur and His Court by Jeff A. Menges, Jeff A. Menges This collection of 148 color and black-and-white illustrations presents unique interpretations of the enduringly popular Arthurian legends by a variety of artists, including Wyeth, Beardsley, Flint, and Pyle.
An Edwardian Bestiary: 87 Color Plates by Maurice Detmold, Edward J. Detmold, Jeff A. Menges, Jeff A. Menges This full-color collection of the Detmold brothers ranges from their 1899 debut, Pictures from Birdland, to a 1925 edition of Arabian Nights. Other selections include curious creatures from Aesop's Fables and Fabre's Book of Insects.
The Knave of Hearts by Louise Saunders, Maxfield Parrish The talented wife of legendary editor Max Perkins teamed with one of the most popular illustrators of all time to create this unforgettable fable. Filled with 22 colorful images, this hardcover edition is a collector's classic to treasure.
Once Upon a Time . . . A Treasury of Classic Fairy Tale Illustrations by Jeff A. Menges This collection gathers breathtaking art from early editions of "Sleeping Beauty," "Cinderella," and other classics. 180 elegant images — most in color — include works by Rackham, Dore, Dulac, Nielsen, and others.
Peter Pan in Kensington Gardens by J. M. Barrie, Arthur Rackham Fifty full-color illustrations by a preeminent illustrator of children's literature enhance this stunning keepsake edition. The "prequel" to Neverland portrays a magical world in the heart of London.
Arabian Nights Illustrated: Art of Dulac, Folkard, Parrish and Others by Jeff A. Menges Inspired by tales of Sinbad, Aladdin, Ali Baba, and other exotic characters, this original collection features more than 185 color and black-and-white images by acclaimed artists from the Golden Age of Illustration.
A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens, Arthur Rackham This illustrated edition of the Yuletide classic features 12 full-color plates plus 18 black-and-white drawings by the renowned Rackham. Simply put, Dickens's immortal tale has never looked better.
Nielsen's Fairy Tale Illustrations in Full Color by Kay Nielsen Enchanting images from Nielsen's illustrations for the Brothers Grimm, Hans Christian Andersen, and Nordic fables from East o' the Sun and West o' the Moon. 59 illustrations.
The Women of Waterhouse: 24 Cards by John William Waterhouse, Jeff A. Menges From one of the finest and most popular of British Victorian-era painters: 24 dramatic portraits of wistful, long-haired maidens, among them The Lady of Shalott and The Soul of the Rose.
Washington Irving's Rip Van Winkle by Washington Irving, Arthur Rackham Sure to enchant art lovers and Rackham devotees, this edition of all of Rackham's 51 full-page illustrations, plus Irving's complete story, will delight fantasy enthusiasts of all ages.
Dulac's Fairy Tale Illustrations in Full Color by Edmund Dulac, Jeff A. Menges These 55 masterworks by one of the most influential illustrators of children's books include exquisite images for "The Sleeping Beauty," "Cinderella," "The Snow Queen," "The Real Princess," and other beguiling tales.
Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream by Arthur Rackham, William Shakespeare Shakespeare's romantic comedy takes on vivid life with these brilliant images by one of the 20th century's leading illustrators. Includes the complete play, along with 40 full-color and numerous black-and-white illustrations.
Rackham's Fairy Tale Illustrations in Full Color by Arthur Rackham, Jeff A. Menges Fifty-five lovely plates, reproduced from rare, early editions, include scenes from Irish Fairy Tales, English Fairy Tales, Hansel and Gretel, Snowdrop and Other Tales, Little Brother & Little Sister, and more.
The Illustrator and the Book in England from 1790 to 1914 by Gordon N. Ray Combines essays, bibliographical descriptions, and 295 illustrations to chronicle a golden era in the art of the illustrated book. Artists range from Blake, Turner, Rowlandson, and Morris to Caldecott, Greenaway, Beardsley, and Rackham.
Will Bradley: His Graphic Art by Clarence P. Hornung Includes 97 examples of Bradley's finest work as artist, illustrator, type designer, advertiser, and printer. 8 plates reproduced in full color, 19 in two colors. Autobiographical notes.
The Rape of the Lock by Aubrey Beardsley, Alexander Pope Current publication reproduces "ideal" 1896 edition in which text, typography, and illustration complement each other. Ten great illustrations capture the mock-heroic, delicate fancy of Pope's poem.
