Illustrations from the First edition of Childhood by Millicent Sowerby, published by Chatto & Windus 1907. This is Milicent Sowerby's 3rd illustrated book.

Millicent Sowerby was born in Northumberland, England, the daughter of designer and illustrator John G. Sowerby. Her style was clearly influenced by the famed Victorian illustrator Kate Greenaway, usually depicting innocent children at play using flat colors and strong outlines.