Gnomes
New York: Harry N. Abrams, 1977. First American edition. Hardcover. The true first American edition, published simultaneously with the Dutch. Fine, fresh copy in bright, crisp dust jacket (very unusual thus).Oversized hardcover in dark tan leather decorated in gilt with an image of a gnome on the front cover. Color illustrated endpapers. 212 pp., all in color, with hundreds of illustrations, maps and diagrams. A book that has become a charming classic since its publication in 1977, the first documentary portrayal of Gnomes (as distinct from Elves, Goblins, Trolls, Kobolds, and Fairies). Full of lore, history---and fun---giving important events in Gnome history such as : the Gnome who knew Rembrandt, Mozart's Gnome companion,the secrets of Gnome survival (they average 400 years old) such as medicinal herbs that cure everything from sneezing to sunburn, and the making and significance of the all-important Gnome hat. Brilliantly illustrated by Holland's most popular modern illustrator, Rien Poortvliet. Fine / fine. Item #E19960x
ISBN: 9780810909656
Price: $59.95