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London, David Nutt, 1888. . First trade edition; large 8vo (230 x 175 mm); illustrated & embellished by Walter Crane & Jacomb Hood, contemporary, neat ownership name to upper endpaper, dated the year of publication; occasional light, marginal spot or mark, otherwise very good; modern full maroon morocco, crimson lettering-piece to spine gilt, preserved in a custom-made slip-case, fine. Oscar Wilde's marvellous all-time favourite work, as illustrated and embellished by Walter Crane and Jacomb Hood. Mason 362.

The Happy Prince and Other Tales is a collection of five stories that teach profound life lessons through fantasy narrative. Oscar Wilde uses poignant and whimsical storytelling to touch on themes of selflessness, compassion, and love.