James Northcote — Fables, Original and Selected

London, John Murray, 1833. First edition. Cloth. The first edition of the second series of James Northcote's popular fables, illustrated with his own engravings throughout. The first edition of this work.Editor's presentation copy, inscribed to the recto to the front endpaper, 'Janetta Anne Taylor, presented to her by the Editor, E. Southey Rogers Esq, Dec 17th 1842&apos.Illustrated with a vignette title page, and head pieces throughout.The second series of James Northcote's popular fables, a selection of one-hundred and one fables throughout.Highlighted with Northcote's own engravings throughout.The first series was published in 1828.Including 'Cupid's Pastime', 'Peacock and Owl', 'Fortune and Plutus', 'Young Lady and Pig', 'Vain Butterfly', and more.Half-title is present. In the original cloth binding. Externally, generally smart. Light discoloration and marks to the boards and spine. Minor bumping to the spine and extremities, with a little lifting and loss to the head and tail of the spine. Front hinge is starting but firm. Prior owner's ink inscription to the recto to the front free endpaper. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are lightly age-toned and generally clean with some spots. Very Good . Ill.: James Northcote. Very Good .