2013 Rare 1stED - An Unexpected Gift, A Christmas Tale by Charles van SandwykAuthor: Charles van Sandwyk. Title: An Unexpected Gift. Language: Text in English. Publisher: North Vancouver, C. S. V. Fine Arts (The Fairy Press), 2013. First Edition. Size: 9" x 6. 5". Pages: 16 pages of illustrations and 24 pages of text. Binding: Fine and attractive original cherry red pictorial card covers, hand stitched binding (hinges fine) under a protective removable mylar cover. Content: Fine content (bright, tight, and clean as shown).

The exquisite illustrations bring the narrative to life

Binding: Attractive and near fine original red full-cloth binding with gilt illustrations and title on the front cover and spine

Title: The Poetical Works of John Milton: A New Edition

Embossed vignette illustration of the protagonist “Gerty” on the front cover

this two-volume set reflects the high craftsmanship of its time

and travel writer renowned for her vivid descriptions of rural life and her ability to blend charm with moral lessons

Both are exceptional examples of 17th-century craftsmanship in book illustration

and strong social conscience ensured his popularity throughout the 19th century

Binding: Attractive and very good original full vellum calf binding (hinges fine

written by Lewis Carroll

Both inside flaps are decorated with colorful butterfly illustrations

Illustrations: Twelve beautiful black-and-white illustrations by James Torrance