The Arabian Nights – Illus. Maxfield Parrish 1912

$79.00

Author: Kate Douglas Wiggin & Nora A. Smith editiors; Maxfield Parrish Illustrator
Publisher: Charles Scribner's Sons, NY 1937
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Good
Size: 8vo
Attributes: Illustrated

Very early copy, first published in 1909. Black cloth with pictorial paste-down. Binding tight, spine ends frayed, paste-down rubbed. With 12 full-page wonderful color plates by Maxfield Parrish. Good condition.

The Arabian Nights, illustrated by Maxfield Parrish, is a visually stunning edition of the classic collection of Middle Eastern folktales and stories. Also known as One Thousand and One Nights, the book features timeless tales such as Aladdin, Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves, and Sinbad the Sailor, framed by the story of Scheherazade, who cleverly narrates these stories to save her life.

Maxfield Parrish’s illustrations bring a magical and dreamlike quality to the text, with his signature use of vibrant colors, intricate details, and fantastical landscapes. His artwork captures the exotic and enchanting atmosphere of the tales, making this edition a visual masterpiece.

This edition of The Arabian Nights is celebrated not only for its literary content but also for Parrish’s artistic contributions, which elevate the reading experience and make it a cherished collector’s item for fans of both classic literature and illustration.