Vintage Charles Dickens Christmas Stories – 1950s Heirloom Library
A beautiful mid-century edition of Charles Dickens' Christmas Stories, published by The Heirloom Library (circa 1955). This collectible hardback features the most beloved holiday classics and is famously illustrated by William Littlewood, containing both charming black-and-white drawings and vibrant full-colour plates.
Stories included:
A Christmas Carol
The Chimes
The Cricket on the Hearth
Condition:
Good vintage condition for its age. The red cloth boards feature bright gilt lettering on the spine. The pages have light, natural tanning (foxing) which adds to its antique charm. The binding remains firm and secure. A perfect addition to a Dickens collection or a beautiful shelf piece for a traditional Christmas display.
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