Poems of Childhood [Color Plates of Maxfield Parrish]

Author: Field, Eugene

Publisher: Charles Scribner’s Sons

Illustrator: Illustrated by Maxfield Parrish

Condition: Near Fine
Jacket Condition: No Dust Jacket

This edition was an expansion of the 1904 first edition, with added poetry The surreal endpage illustrations — with a boy battling a giant who is riding an apparently cooked red lobster. Expanded Edition. First Edition, thus 8vo; 9.25 inches tall; pp. x, 199, black cloth boards with gilt lettering to spine and Maxfield Parrish illustration mounted on front, 8 illustrated plates by Parrish. Bound in black cloth with pictorial paper label on the front board portraying a Maxfield Parrish illustration. Text on heavy rag paper, deckled at fore-edges. Clean and bright. Bindings square and tight, light edge wear. Hinges fine, Hint of fading to the gilt of spine titles.  Iconic illustrations by Maxfield Parrish (8 plates), with all illustrations listed in the table of contents present. This antique volume provides a collection of 94 poems for children by Eugene Field and in this expanded edition the added poetry by Mary French Field and Julia Sutherland Field. The 1904 edition of Poems of Childhood by Eugene Field, featuring color plates by Maxfield Parrish, holds significance for several reasons. Firstly, Eugene Field was a notable American poet known for his sentimental and nostalgic poetry, particularly aimed at children and families. This edition showcases some of his most beloved works, enhancing its appeal to collectors and enthusiasts of classic children’s literature. Maxfield Parrish, renowned for his distinctive style and use of vivid colors, contributed illustrations that complemented Field’s poetry beautifully. Parrish’s artwork became iconic during the early 20th century, influencing both the art and publishing industries. In terms of rarity and collectibility, editions with Parrish’s illustrations are highly sought after by collectors of illustrated books and fans of his artistic style. The combination of Field’s poetry and Parrish’s illustrations creates a blend of literary and visual artistry that continues to captivate readers and collectors alike.