Sleeping Beauty & Other Favourite Fairy Tales

London: Victor Gollancz Ltd, 1982. Hardcover. Fine. Hardcover. First edition of this elegant compilation of famous French fairy tales that includes Cinderella, Puss in Boots, and Beauty and the Beast.The book is described on the front flap as having a freshness and simplicity that call to mind their folk origins. Famous artist Michael Foreman's illustrations both in color and black and white are full of the magic and charm of these traditional tales. Bound in yellow cloth covers with gilt titling to the spine.In a beautifully illustrated front cover that also has a round gilt sticker stating that the book was awarded the Library Association Kate Greenaway medal. In fine condition. Includes a four page section about the stories. Measures 8 x 11.25 inches. 128 pages. CHILD/111725.