A very good copy, spine a little uneven and some spotting to page edges. Sewell was told in 1871 that she had only 18 months to live. I fell in love with black beauty and read the book over and over again. Black beauty knickerbocker childrens classic anna sewell. Cecil aldin black beauty anna sewell 1930s illustrated. Aldin, cecil cecil charles windsor aldin, was a british artist and illustrator best known for his paintings and sketches of animals, sports, and rural life. Originally published in 1877, black beauty is the autobiography of a horse, chronicling a his life experience at the hands of his owners. Jun 03, 2011 cecil aldin illustrations for black beauty the autobiography of a horse one of my favourite books, and possibly yours too is the wonderful black beauty by anna sewell. Black beauty unabridged hardcover reprint with illustrations by cecil aldin. Black beauty is one of the bestselling books of all time. In the ebook, aldins pictures can be identified by their white border, matching the way they appear in.
Eighteen tipped in colour plates by aldin with printed captions in green on protective tissue guards. Cecil aldin a horse in nineteenthcentury england recounts his experience with both good and bad masters. Internally book is in good condition with cecil aldin illustrated end papers. Black beauty by anna sewell illustrated by cecil aldin 1912.
With illustrations by cecil aldin, this beautiful, vibrant clothbound hardcover is unabridged and makes a great addition to every childs library. Decorated gilt boards and gilt title on spine the book is complete and no pages or plates are missing. Black beauty illustrated kindle edition by sewell, anna, aldin, cecil, axioma. The anonymous writer of aldins obituary in the times noted, criticism was possible against his drawings of horses. Black beauty by sewell, anna and a great selection of related books. Publishers green cloth with titles in gilt to spine, gilt pictorial title to upper, top edges tinted green. Around 1912 he got his shot at black beauty when jarrolds put out an edition for distribution through boots the chemist. Black beauty and millions of other books are available for instant access. Cecil aldin has 15 books on goodreads with 172 ratings. In its original white pictorial dust jacket titled in blue. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. If you are looking for a specific book which we do not have in stock, then please get in touch and well let you know just as soon as it comes in. Black beauty the autobiography of a horse by anna sewell 1912 cecil aldin illustrations 18 plates illustrated in colour by cecil aldin, published by jarrolds.
This book is from our pre isbn stock and could therefore be over 50 years old. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading black beauty. Each experience in black beauty s life teaches the reader a lesson aout kindness, compassion, and respect. First published in 1877 it went on to become one of the bestselling books of all time.
Cecil charles windsor aldin 18701935 was best known for painting animals, especially dogs and horses. This is a brand new cloth bound hardcover collectible edition of black beauty by anna sewell illustrated by cecil aldin a handsome horse with a glossy black coat and a pretty white star on his forehead, black beauty seems to lead a charmed life. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. You are viewing all stock illustrated by cecil aldin.
We currently have 105 books by this illustrator in stock. Xxxx missing 1 illustration page 1 xxxx this book normally sells for around. Cecil aldin prints from famous books from 1902 to 1933. Illustrated edition of one of the most popular animal stories ever written, with 18 color plates by cecil aldin, handsomely bound. A scene at a horse fair from black beauty, illustrated by cecil aldin he was particularly noted for painting of horses, dogs and hunting scenesa hobby he particularly enjoyed. I was delighted to find an ipad version of this classic horse story. Unfollow cecil aldin to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Kate douglas wiggin a horse in 19thcentury england recounts his experiences with both good and bad masters. The autobiography of a horse illustrated by cecil aldin kindle edition by sewell, anna, aldin, cecil. Black beauty illustrated kindle edition by sewell, anna. Black beauty by anna sewell illustrations by cecil aldin 1912. It will have a general appearance commensurate with its age including age effects to page edges, binding and boards. It was composed in the last years of her life, during which she remained in her house as an invalid. Sewell, anna 18201878 illustrated by cecil aldin 18701935.
Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading black beauty illustrated. Some are cruel, with no empathy, while others are kind and gentle. Black beauty unabridged hardcover reprint with illustrations by. This edition features illustrations by cecil aldin and an afterword. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new. Experience the lifetime of a horse in late 19th century england with this beloved, classic tale. Illustrated with eighteen plates in colour specially drawn for this edition by cecil aldin. With illustrations by cecil aldin, this beautiful, vibrant clothbound hardcover is. The autobiography of a horse illustrated by cecil aldin. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Cecil aldin for sale in uk 40 secondhand cecil aldins.
Later on i deduced that would leak out the storys essence and turn it into complete fragility. Black beauty is a book that encourages its readers to treat every living being with respect, kindness and dignity, be it person, dog or horse. First published in 1877 the novel became an immediate bestseller, with sewell dying just five months after its publication. Aldin executed village scenes and rural buildings in chalk, pencil and also wash sketching. Buy black beauty cecil aldin illustrated reissue by sewell, anna, cecil aldin isbn. Black beauty illustrated by cecil aldin fox hunting hunt etsy. The autobiography of a horse illustrated by cecil aldin at. Black beauty on apple books apple books apple apple. I think it made me even more horsecrazy than i was. Cecil aldin s father, a builder, was a keen amateur artist so cecil started drawing at a very young age. A very good copy, gift inscription to the front free endpaper and a short closed tear to one page edge, but cloth bright and gilt gleaming.
This 1905 book is in excellent condition with clean interior pages and a blue cover showing black beauty. Cecil aldin illustrations for black beauty the autobiography. Black beauty illustrated by cecil aldin 1870 1935 colour frontispiece with 17 further colour plates published by jarrolds publishers london ltd. It also lifts the lid on the treatment of horses and other animals in the nineteenth century, very much being like a prototype animal rights narrative. Illustrated by eighteen plates in colour specially drawn for this edition by cecil aldin. Originally published in 1877, black beauty is the autobiography of a horse, chronicling a his life experience at the. Black beauty is a spirited colt with a gentle disposition who spends his days in fresh meadows under the watchful eye of a devoted mother. Black beauty illustrated kindle edition by sewell, anna, aldin, cecil. Black beauty, the autobiography of a horse i remember reading black beauty when i was a young girl. But when it came time for him to leave his first home, his experiences ranged from loving kindness to cruelty. The original edition of this rare book was printed in the 1920s. He studied art at the studio of albert joseph moore in kensington but, unhappy with the teaching methods aldin left after a month to study animal anatomy at the national art training school in south kensington.
Black beauty is an 1877 novel by english author anna sewell. Black beauty is the only book written by anna sewell. Kitten out in the rain by cecil aldin waiting to be let in, illustration from the white kitten book, written and illustrated by cecil aldin, 1909. The autobiography of a horse by sewell, anna 18201878 illustrated by cecil aldin 18701935 book description. Green hardback in good condition with gilt title and illustration on the front. Notable english sporting artists to have illustrated it. Cecil aldin untimate prints collection of over 650 images from 1902 to 1933. Black beauty illustrated by cecil aldin fox hunting hunt. Approximately 650 images to use on the likes of gift greetings cards, postcards, a45 posters, background papers for cardmaking, collage, altered art, calendars, mugs, mousemats, tshirts, and so much more.
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