Little Women by Louisa May Alcott, Illustrated by Henry Priz, Signed Limited Edition

Little Women by Louisa May Alcott

Illustrated by Henry C. Priz

Limited Edition, 1984, 1246 of 1500

Signed by Henry C. Priz

FINE Condition

This is a signed limited edition of the classic "Little Women” published by the Limited Edition Club in 1967 with a limitation of 1500 copies this being number 1246. Considered Alcott’s most important novel, “Little Women” is the story of the four March sisters coming of age against the backdrop of a nation forever changed by the Civil War. While their father serves in the conflict, the sisters—dutiful Meg, fiery Jo, gentle Beth, and fanciful Amy—are guided on a journey of growth and experience by their spirited mother. Little Women is the story of a loving and unconventional family welcoming life's joys and bravely facing life's sorrows. In part autobiographical, this is an important historical portrait of young women growing up in a post-war American society of strong traditions and modern freedoms.

Measuring approximately 9.5” by 7”, "Little Women" is a wonderful book that features 12 full-page and 2 double-spread was illustrations colored by hand in the studio of Walter Fischer. The book is bound in full brocade of a floral pattern woven in ecru, olive, and gold with a leather spine label and a tissue dust wrapper. The book is housed in a beige paper covered slipcase. Laid into the book is the monthly LEC newsletter and notification slip regarding the book.

The book and slipcase are in FINE Condition with the most minimal of shelf wear. The tissue dust wrapper is in Very Good condition with some tears and age toning. The book has been signed by Henry C. Pitz on the limitation page. Overall, this is an exceptional copy of a classic title that does justice to this much beloved work.

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