Paul Britten Austin - The Wonderful Life & Adventures of Tom Thumb

Sweden, Radiotjanst, 1954-55. Paperback. A two volume set narrating the tale of Tom Thumb, illustrated by Mervyn Peake, intended for use by Swedish people trying to learn English. This work details English folk character, Tom Thumb, who is no larger than his father's thumb and finds himself in various debarcles as a result of his size. First featuring in literature in 1621, 'The History of Tom Thumb' was the first fairy tale printed in English. Charmingly illustrated by Mervyn Peake (1911-1968), an author, artist and illustrator remembered for his surreal fiction and literary nonsense. His reputation was first as an illustrator in his career.By Paul Britten Austin (1922-2005), an English author, translator and scholar of Swedish literature.This edition was produced for Swedish people who were learning English, and contains a Swedish glossary to the rear of each volume. It precedes the English edition by some seven years.Complete in two volumes. In the publisher's original paper wraps. Externally, generally smart; volume II has a few marks to the board and is a little chipped to the head and tail of the spine, with slight wear to the edges. Ownership inscription to the title page of volume II. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are bright and clean. Very Good Indeed . Ill.: Mervyn Peake-. Very Good Indeed .

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