1957 The Fables of La Fontaine, Hardcover Book. Illustrated by Simonne Baudoin. Translated from the French by Marie Ponsot. Measures about 12" by 9". Good condition. Shows a little age. No dust cover.
Bring a piece of literary history into your home with this authentic 1957 first edition of "The Fables of La Fontaine." Measuring approximately 12 inches by 9 inches, this substantial volume features eleven classic fables told in verse, specifically translated for an American audience by the award-winning Marie Ponsot. The book is a visual treasure, unpaginated to allow for large-scale color illustrations on every single page by renowned French artist Simonne Baudoin, whose style captures the rustic elegance of the French countryside.
This edition features a decorative green cloth spine with silver lettering and ivory-toned boards adorned with a whimsical nature-themed pattern. It is an exceptional choice for a vintage nursery display, a sophisticated addition to a collector’s library, or a sentimental gift for those who appreciate French culture and folklore. While it shows light signs of age consistent with its history, the internal pages remain vibrant and the binding is secure. This copy does not include the original dust cover.
This book is vintage, over 65 years old. While it appears to be in good condition, there is the possibility I may have missed a minor detail. In the unlikely event I missed a major flaw I would reach out prior to sending it.
