The MFLIBRA Antique Books Team Presents. 1973 Beautiful Bayntun-Riviere Binding - Winnie-The-Pooh Omnibus. Title : When We Were Very Young. The House at Pooh Corner. With Decorations by Ernest H.
Publisher : London, Methuen Children's Books, 1973. Complete four books bound in One volume. Size : 7.5" X 5". Pages : xiii-100, xi-158, x-102, xi-176 pages. Binding : Attractive and fine binding, finely bound in red full morocco leather by Bayntun (Riviere), spine with raised bands, gilt lettered panel, the gilt device of Winnie-the-Pooh to the others and a beautiful gilt vignette of Pooh, Eeyore and Christopher Robin to the front board (hinges fine) under a protective removable mylar cover.
An exquisite binding for this Omnibus edition! Content : Fine content (bright, tight, and clean - as shown).
Illustrations : Complete with all the beautiful illustrations by Ernest H. Estimate : (USD 1500 - USD 2000) The book : A 1973 beautifully bound omnibus edition of A.
Milne's beloved Winnie-the-Pooh series, comprising When We Were Very Young, Winnie-the-Pooh, Now We Are Six, and The House at Pooh Corner. This collection, published by Methuen Children's Books, London, is exquisitely bound by Bayntun-Riviere in red full morocco leather, making it a luxurious and collectible edition. The book includes all of Ernest H. Shepard's charming illustrations, which have become synonymous with the characters and stories of the Pooh series.The content of these four books captures the adventures of Winnie-the-Pooh and his friends in the Hundred Acre Wood, as well as delightful poems. Milne's writing is noted for its wit, warmth, and timeless appeal, enchanting readers of all ages with tales of friendship, imagination, and the simple joys of childhood.
Milne's work has become a staple of children's literature, loved for its humor, simplicity, and the endearing qualities of its characters. His illustrations are celebrated for their charm, expressiveness, and ability to bring Milne's characters and stories to life.