Dalziel's Illustrated Arabian Nights' Entertainments
The Text Revised and Emendated throughout by H.W. Dulcken
With Upwards Of Two Hundred Illustrations by Eminent Artists.
Engraved By The Brothers Dalziel
Published by Ward, Lock And Tyler: London c1865 (research suggests this is edition was published c1865 - original owners bookplate is dated 1875)
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Professionally rebound retaining original owners bookplate H.A. Hawthorn dated August 23rd 1875.
"Dalziel's Illustrated Arabian Nights Entertainments is a richly illustrated edition of The Arabian Nights (also known as One Thousand and One Nights), published by Ward, Lock & Co. in the 19th century. This edition features the famous collection of Middle Eastern and South Asian folktales, including well-known stories such as Aladdin and the Wonderful Lamp, Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves, and Sinbad the Sailor.
What makes this edition particularly notable is its illustrations by the Dalziel Brothers, a prominent Victorian engraving firm known for their work with major British illustrators of the time. The artwork in this edition adds to the book's appeal, bringing the fantastical tales to life with intricate black-and-white engravings. Ward, Lock & Co. was a well-known British publishing house that specialized in affordable yet beautifully produced editions of classic literature, making this version of The Arabian Nights accessible to a broad audience in the 19th century. Today, copies of this edition are sought after by collectors of antique illustrated books."
Professionally rebound in stunning black cloth. Retains original owners bookplate H.A. Hawthorn dated August 23rd 1875. The text block is in generally excellent condition. The odd page repair evident with everything tastefully done. A desirable mid 1860's edition in very good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.
