Scarce- First Edition- A New Book of the Fairies by Beatrice Harraden (1891)

A New Book of the Fairies by Beatrice Harraden, illustrated by Edith D. Lupton, is a late Victorian collection of fairy tales originally published in 1891. The book features a series of imaginative stories in which a child, upon falling asleep, encounters various fairies—such as the Bread Fairies, Soot Fairies, Fire Fairies, Picture Fairies, Flower Fairies, & Music Fairies. The tone and content are characteristic of the era, blending gentle moral lessons with whimsical fantasy.

Beatrice Harraden (1864–1936) was a British writer and suffragette known for her novels and children’s stories, often reflecting the sensibilities of her time. Edith D. Lupton, the illustrator, was recognized for her detailed and charming work in children’s literature, contributing significantly to the book’s appeal.

This copy, published by E. P. Dutton & Co. in New York, is an American edition. The dedication page is dated August 1891, which aligns with the earliest printings of this title.