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Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. 1st Edition, Illustrated Edition. Author: Sir Arthur Quiller-Couch, EDMUND DULAC (illustrator). Text in English. Size: 11 " X 9 ". Pages: 128 pages. Binding: Attractive and near fine original imitation pebbled red leather cloth elaborately gilt-decorated binding. Attractive and exquisite FIRST EDITION comprising 30 tipped-in color plates with tissue-guards, illustrated by EDMUND DULAC. 4 tales: "The Sleeping Beauty", "Blue Beard", "Cinderella", and "Beauty and the Beast." Retold by Sir Arthur Quiller-Couch. Oversize. Additional postage required for International destinations.

The Sleeping Beauty is a classic fairy tale which was originally published by Charles Perrault. It has been adapted and retold through various formats including books, films, and ballets. The story involves a beautiful princess, a sleeping enchantment, and a handsome prince.

Identification of a first edition of 'The Sleeping Beauty' illustrated by Edmund Dulac could include looking for the publishing details of Hodder & Stoughton from 1910, checking for a mention of 'First Edition' on the copyright page, and confirming the absence of later edition or print references.