This volume of the Golden Age of Illustration Series contains Hans Christian Andersens The Little Match Girl; first published in May of 1824. This classic fairy tale has been continuously in print in different editions since its first publication; with many; many; different artists illustrating the story over the years. This edition features a beautiful collection of the best of that art; taken from the likes of Arthur Rackham; Mabel Lucie Attwell; Harry Clarke; Honor Appleton; Maxwell Armfield; among others.This series of books celebrates the Golden Age of Illustration. During this period; the popularity; abundance and - most importantly - the unprecedented upsurge in the quality of illustrated works marked an astounding change in the way that publishers; artists and the general public came to view this hitherto insufficiently esteemed art form.The Golden Age of Illustration Series; has sourced the rare original editions of these books and reproduced the beautiful art work in order to build a unique collection of illustrated fairy tales.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. School bookBy Taylor9896Got this book for a tech theatre class and it has been very helpful in understanding the material. It is well split off into the different sections of set; sounds; light; design; etc. Pictures and diagrams help offset the text.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. This book was recommended during one of the workshops I attended this Summer ...By JaimeVery clear and precise guide that goes into just enough depth. This book was recommended during one of the workshops I attended this Summer at the Broadway Teachers Workshop by a professional set and costume designer; and Im glad she did!0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Basic intro to theatre production bookBy Veronica LBroad in scope; but lacking in depth. A good introduction for someone not familiar with working in the theatre.