Japanese Fairy Tales by Teresa Peirce Williston, Illustrated by S.C. (1928 Edition, 1904 Copyright)

This listing features the 1928 edition of “Japanese Fairy Tales” retold by Teresa Peirce Williston, first copyrighted in 1904 and published by Rand McNally & Company. The hardcover book displays a decorative green cloth cover with illustrated floral and bird motifs, as well as the title and author’s name stamped on the front. It contains a collection of traditional Japanese fairy tales, including “The Wonderful Teakettle,” “The Eight-Headed Serpent,” and “The Tongue-Cut Sparrow,” as shown in the table of contents. The book includes full-page illustrations by S.C., which capture various scenes from the tales. The interior features color plates and gilt embellishments on the title page. Signs of age and wear are visible, particularly along the spine and cover edges, along with some mild soiling. This book offers a rich insight into early 20th-century interpretations of Japanese folklore for Western audiences and stands as a collectible example of period children’s literature and illustration.