A series of five myth, legend and folklore collections from the 1960s written by Roger Lancelyn Green and stunningly illustrated by talented twin artists Janet and Anne Grahame Johnstone.
Looking for some beautiful books on myths, legends and world folklore? This is where you’ll find all the best ones.
A review of Chronicle’s diverse world folk tale collections, with different illustrators for each volume.
A review of the Folio Society fine press edition of ‘Japanese Tales’ by Royall Tyler.
A gorgeous pop-up book, based on a beautifully illustrated edition of the Shahnameh, with feathers and strings and other delights. Includes video review.
A simply stunning edition of the epic poem Shahnameh, filled to bursting with bright pictures that created by artist Hamid Rhamanian using pictures from old manuscripts to create new imagery. Includes video review.
Collecting Beautiful Children’s Books Children’s books are actually a great genre for the collector. The books remain desirable for a long time for nostalgic reasons, they provide a fascinating cultural snapshot of their time, and classic children’s literature draws the attention of many incredible artists and illustrators. Books series range Read more…
I’ve added a new page on Muller’s vintage World Fairy Tale Collections, with lovely tales from countries all around the world.