Mother Goose Set to Music Hardcover; tight and secure - 1871

1871 1ed Mother Goose Set to Music Humpty Dumpty Twinkle Little Star Jack n Jill A rare first edition of the charming pictorial collection, 'Mother Goose Set to Music.' Originally composed by James William Elliot, the lyrics of the songs were written by M.L. Elliot. Each song includes a corresponding woodcut vignette. These illustrations are by a variety of artists under the supervision of the esteemed English engravers, the Brothers Dalziel, George, and Edward. There can hardly be found a name or pseudonym so synonymous with nursery rhymes as Mother Goose. Included within are some of the Western world's most famous pieces such as 'Jack and Jill,' 'Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star,' 'Dickory, Dickory, Dock,' 'Little Bo-Peep,' 'Little Jack Horner,' 'Humpty Dumpty,' 'Hey diddle diddle,' and so many more! Item number: #40381 Price: $499 ELLIOT, M.L. Mother Goose Set to Music New York: G.W. Carleton and Co., 1871. First edition. Details: · Collation: Complete o [8], 75 (i.e., 71), [1] o Illustrated throughout · Language: English · Binding: Hardcover; tight and secure o Decorative brown cloth · Size: ~7in X 5.5in (17.5cm x 14cm) Our Guarantee: Very Fast. Very Safe. Free Shipping Worldwide. Customer satisfaction is our priority! Notify us with 7 days of receiving, and we will offer a full refund without reservation! 40381Photos available upon request.