This is an authentic 1893 hardback edition of Heather and Snow by George MacDonald, bound in the original blue cloth with silver heather and snowflake decoration. This decorative Victorian binding is highly collectible and increasingly difficult to find in presentable condition.
George MacDonald (1824–1905) was a major influence on C.S. Lewis, J.R.R. Tolkien, and Lewis Carroll, and his early editions are prized by collectors of fantasy, Victorian literature, and decorative bindings.
This copy shows expected age wear but remains a beautiful example of late‑19th‑century book design.
Features
• Genuine 1893 publication
• Original blue cloth binding
• Silver heather + snowflake stamped design
• Period Victorian typography
• Decorative binding highly sought after by collectors
• Pages show age‑appropriate toning
• Binding wear consistent with a 130‑year‑old book
• No modern reprint, facsimile, or POD — this is the real antique
Condition Notes
Good antique condition.
Covers show edge and corner wear typical for the age. Pages clean with expected toning. In very good condition for its age. Binding slightly loose on the spine (see pics) There is writing on the first page where previous owner wrote their name in the book. See all pics. A solid, display‑worthy copy of a scarce MacDonald edition.
Why This Edition Is Valuable
• True 19th‑century printing
• Decorative bindings from this era are collected as art
• Scarce on the market — only one comparable listing found
• MacDonald’s influence on major fantasy authors drives demand
• Blue cloth + silver stamping is one of the most desirable styles
A rare opportunity to own an original 1893 MacDonald novel in its decorative Victorian binding.
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