2. Andersen (Hans Christian) Danish Fairy Tales and Legends, [translated by Caroline Peachey], first edition , half-title, 2pp. advertisements at end, occasional foxing, contemporary half morocco over marbled boards, t.e.g., spine gilt in compartments, preserved in modern morocco-backed slip case, [Osborne II. 578], 8vo, William Pickering , 1846.
est. £500 – £600
This collection includes The Wild Swans , The Ugly Duckling , The Little Mermaid , The Nightingale , The Swineherd , The Emperor's New Clothes , and eight other stories, four of which were also included in Wonderful Stories .