The Travels of Baron Munchausen
New York: The Limited Editions Club, 1929. First Edition. Limited to 1,500 copies, of which this is No. 86. Signed by the illustrator, John Held Jr. on the limitation page. Folio, xxx, 203 pages, publisher's original gilt decorated quarter green leather over cloth covered boards. Publisher's original black slipcase. Top edge gilt. The Travels of Baron Munchausen is a classic work of satirical fantasy by Rudolf Erich Raspe, chronicling the outrageous and humorous adventures of a fictional German nobleman known for his wildly exaggerated tales. First published in 1785, the book playfully mocks the conventions of travelers’ accounts, blending absurdity and wit in stories that take the Baron from lunar voyages to improbable battles and impossible feats. The 1929 edition, published by The Limited Editions Club, presents Raspe’s timeless narrative in a beautifully designed format overseen by William A. Kittredge and printed at the Lakeside Press. Limited to 1,500 copies, this edition features spirited illustrations by John Held Jr., whose vibrant and modern style complements the fantastical tone of the text, along with an insightful introduction by Carl Van Doren. A blend of classic storytelling and early twentieth-century book design, it remains a prized volume for collectors of both fine press books and imaginative literature. Some signs of rubbing and wear, scuff to spine, Item #38
Price: $100.00