{"product_id":"fairy-tales-by-the-brothers-grimm-1898-henry-altemus-illustrated-hardcover","title":"Fairy Tales by the Brothers Grimm 1898 Henry Altemus Illustrated Hardcover","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"1029\" data-end=\"1463\"\u003eA beautifully illustrated antique copy of \u003cem data-start=\"1071\" data-end=\"1106\"\u003eFairy Tales by the Brothers Grimm\u003c\/em\u003e, part of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1116\" data-end=\"1151\"\u003eAltemus’ Young People’s Library\u003c\/strong\u003e, published by \u003cstrong data-start=\"1166\" data-end=\"1191\"\u003eHenry Altemus Company\u003c\/strong\u003e of Philadelphia. The copyright page shows \u003cstrong data-start=\"1234\" data-end=\"1242\"\u003e1898\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the title page notes \u003cstrong data-start=\"1269\" data-end=\"1297\"\u003esixty-five illustrations\u003c\/strong\u003e. This small cloth hardcover has a charming pictorial cover, color and black-and-white illustrations, and classic Grimm storytelling in a very giftable old-book size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1465\" data-end=\"1475\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1477\" data-end=\"2587\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1527\" data-end=\"1537\"\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"1538\" data-end=\"1551\"\u003eFairy Tales\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1551\" data-end=\"1554\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1556\" data-end=\"1567\"\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brothers Grimm\u003cbr data-start=\"1582\" data-end=\"1585\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1587\" data-end=\"1598\"\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Altemus’ Young People’s Library\u003cbr data-start=\"1630\" data-end=\"1633\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1635\" data-end=\"1649\"\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Henry Altemus Company, Philadelphia\u003cbr data-start=\"1685\" data-end=\"1688\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1690\" data-end=\"1704\"\u003eCopyright:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1898 by Henry Altemus\u003cbr data-start=\"1726\" data-end=\"1729\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1731\" data-end=\"1742\"\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr data-start=\"1752\" data-end=\"1755\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1757\" data-end=\"1777\"\u003eBinding \/ Cover:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cloth-feel pictorial cover with green, cream, red, and nautical\/sailboat-style illustration\u003cbr data-start=\"1869\" data-end=\"1872\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1874\" data-end=\"1891\"\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7” x 5” x 1”\u003cbr data-start=\"1904\" data-end=\"1907\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1909\" data-end=\"1919\"\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 255 pages\u003cbr data-start=\"1929\" data-end=\"1932\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1934\" data-end=\"1952\"\u003eIllustrations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Title page states “with sixty-five illustrations”\u003cbr data-start=\"2002\" data-end=\"2005\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-start=\"2007\" data-end=\"2017\"\u003eGenre:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fairy Tales, Children’s Classics, Illustrated Literature, Antique Children’s Book\u003cbr data-start=\"2099\" data-end=\"2102\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-start=\"2104\" data-end=\"2117\"\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e English\u003cbr data-start=\"2125\" data-end=\"2128\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-start=\"2130\" data-end=\"2139\"\u003eISBN:\u003c\/strong\u003e None; predates ISBN system\u003cbr data-start=\"2166\" data-end=\"2169\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-start=\"2171\" data-end=\"2201\"\u003eNotable Interior Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Color frontispiece, illustrated title page border, additional black-and-white illustrations throughout\u003cbr data-start=\"2304\" data-end=\"2307\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-start=\"2309\" data-end=\"2329\"\u003eOwnership Marks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Private library bookplate on front pastedown; pencil pricing\/notation on front free endpaper\u003cbr data-start=\"2422\" data-end=\"2425\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1477\" data-end=\"2587\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2427\" data-end=\"2441\"\u003eUse Ideas:\u003c\/strong\u003e Classic fairy-tale shelf display, vintage children’s book collection, Grimm collector gift, cottagecore decor, antique illustrated book display\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2603\" data-end=\"2617\"\u003eCondition Grade: Good\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2640\" data-end=\"2650\"\u003eNotes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cloth-feel pictorial hardcover remains attractive, with readable spine and charming illustrated boards. Interior pages are legible throughout the photographed sections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is visible age toning to pages, minor smudges on some pages, edge\/corner wear to the cover, rubbing to the boards, and wear at the spine ends and corners. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFront pastedown has a “Private Library” bookplate, and the front free endpaper has light pencil notation\/pricing. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBinding appears intact from the photos, though this is an older book and should be handled gently. See all photos for detail—sold as pictured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3239\" data-end=\"3555\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3239\" data-end=\"3263\"\u003eCondition Grade Key:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3263\" data-end=\"3266\"\u003eNear Fine: Minimal visible wear; clean, tight, and gift-worthy.\u003cbr data-start=\"3329\" data-end=\"3332\"\u003eVery Good: Light wear from careful use; attractive and solid.\u003cbr data-start=\"3393\" data-end=\"3396\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood: Noticeable use or flaws, but complete and readable\/displayable.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3465\" data-end=\"3468\"\u003eFair: Heavy wear, damage, or markings; still useful or collectible for the right buyer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"3557\" data-end=\"3576\"\u003eContent Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3578\" data-end=\"4002\"\u003eThis antique Grimm collection gathers fairy tales from the Brothers Grimm in a compact illustrated edition for young readers. The visible pages include classic story formatting, decorative page elements, and illustrated plates, including \u003cem data-start=\"3816\" data-end=\"3834\"\u003eThe Master Thief\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"3836\" data-end=\"3856\"\u003eThe Three Feathers\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem data-start=\"3862\" data-end=\"3895\"\u003eThe King of the Golden Mountain\u003c\/em\u003e. It has that old children’s-library feel: sturdy, illustrated, and just a bit mysterious around the edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"4004\" data-end=\"4024\"\u003eCollector’s Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4026\" data-end=\"4421\"\u003eThis copy has several things collectors tend to like: an 1898 Henry Altemus imprint, the Altemus’ Young People’s Library series title, a decorative cloth-feel cover, and the title page statement of sixty-five illustrations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4026\" data-end=\"4421\"\u003eThe private library bookplate adds provenance-style charm without overwhelming the book.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4026\" data-end=\"4421\"\u003eIt is not a pristine copy, but it is a handsome survivor with strong shelf appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping + Trust (Reading Vintage standards)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhoto-verified condition (no surprises)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacked with our protective packaging standard\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShips in 1 business day\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping on $35+ (U.S. only)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDisclaimer\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll items are vintage and may show signs of age, wear, or use consistent with their history. Photos show the exact condition of each piece—please review them carefully, as they are part of the description. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare and Handling:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHandle with clean, dry hands. Store upright, out of direct sunlight, at about 68°F and 40–50% relative humidity. Avoid damp areas and extreme temperature swings. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Orders $35+ Ship Free","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67655664238694,"sku":"wei1791385196240","price":41.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0712\/6020\/9254\/files\/fairy-tales-by-the-brothers-grimm-1898-henry-altemus-illustrated-hardcover_1.jpg?v=1791385202","url":"https:\/\/www.welpico.com\/products\/fairy-tales-by-the-brothers-grimm-1898-henry-altemus-illustrated-hardcover","provider":"Modhive","version":"1.0","type":"link"}