Signed book: The Tale of Pigling Bland. First edition. London: Frederick Warne & Co., 1913. Hardcover, 4 x 5.5, 94 pages. Signed on the half-title page in black ink, "Beatrix Potter, May 29-42." Autographic condition: very good, with light creasing and foxing, and old toned tape residue to the left edge of the signed page. Book condition: VG/None. Inspired by the hungry pigs on her Hill Top farm in Near Sawrey, The Tale of Pigling Bland tells the story of a pig whose his life changes upon meeting his soul mate; critics suggest that the theme of a couple starting a whole new life reflects that of Potter's marriage to William Heelis and their subsequent move to Castle Cottage in October 1913. A delightful signed first edition.
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