The Wind in the Willows

London: Methuen, 1932.

First edition to carry the E.H. Shepard illustrations, 38th overall. 8vo. pp [iv]. 312, 8p catalogue. Numerous line drawn illustrations by Shepard throughout the text. Original green cloth boards with gilt titles to spine and gilt vignette of Mole and Ratty to front board. Tips of corners lightly rubbed. Top edge green (as issued). Illustrated endpapers, spotted on versos, old owner's name at top of half-title page. A near fine copy.