1884 Rare First Edition - Language of Flowers Illustrated by Kate GreenawayAuthor: Kate Greenaway. Illustrated by Kate Greenaway. Title: Kate Greenaways Language of Flowers. Publisher: London, George Routledge and Sons, no date (1884). First Edition. Language: Text in English. Size: 6 x 5 inches. Pages: 80 pages. Binding: Sttractive and very good publishers original cream vellum style binding, ruled in gilt on both covers with the title elegantly stamped to the upper cover (hinges fine, overall slightly scuffed as shown)

Estimate: (USD 450 – 500)

Estimate: (USD 500 - USD 1000)

The narrative is rich in symbolism and explores themes of adventure

Philip Lee Warner

The book includes in-text illustrations that enhance the narrative

Marston and Company

contemporary full calf leather binding (hinges partly cracked but still very tight and secure

Gilt fillet borders and gilt corner fleurons to boards

the boy who never grows up

The book: "The Female Poets of Great Britain" by Frederic Rowton is a pioneering work from 1854

His writing often captured the spirit of adventure and exploration characteristic of the Victorian era

Binding: Very good contemporary full brown calf leather binding with gilt decorative details on the spine