Fairy tale illustrationsThe Princess of Hearts by Sheila Braine.
(Blackie & Son Ltd. 1899).
Alice B. Woodward’s illustrations are both whimsical and delicate, capturing a story that is surprisingly dark for a Victorian children's tale.
The plot follows Prince Jack of Hearts, who is tricked by a wizard into trading his real heart for one made of cold marble. Without his his own ”will” or feelings, he’s unable to lead, leaving Princess Joan to brave a journey to win his heart back before the kingdom falls to war.
There is something special about holding a book that has survived over 120 years. The combination of Braine’s storytelling and Woodward’s Art Nouveau illustrations makes this a special gem in my collection.
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(Blackie & Son Ltd. 1899).
Alice B. Woodward’s illustrations are both whimsical and delicate, capturing a story that is surprisingly dark for a Victorian children's tale.
The plot follows Prince Jack of Hearts, who is tricked by a wizard into trading his real heart for one made of cold marble. Without his his own ”will” or feelings, he’s unable to lead, leaving Princess Joan to brave a journey to win his heart back before the kingdom falls to war.
There is something special about holding a book that has survived over 120 years. The combination of Braine’s storytelling and Woodward’s Art Nouveau illustrations makes this a special gem in my collection.
#Fairytale #Fairytaleart #Fairytaleillustration #Childrensbooks #Bookhistory #Antiquebooks #BookCollection #Victorianbooks #AliceBWoodward #Bibliophile #Antiquarian #PrincessOfHearts
