This publication was preceded by a limited edition, also in the U. S. but was not published in U. K. until 1950 and then with few illustrations due to post-war paper rationing that was still in operation.

The last book illustrated by Arthur Rackham, published shortly after his death. "Outstanding". - Ray. 'It showed no fading of his talent, and the images of Rat, Mole, and Toad going about their adventures in a world of gnarled willows and quivering aspen trees is very much in Rackham manner'. [Felmingham]

First Rackham trade edition, 8vo., illustrated with 12 colour plates and line illustrations by Arthur Rackham, later superb full green morocco binding by Sangorski & Sutcliffe, London, triple gilt-panelled to boards with fish, insect and bird devices to corners and highly decorated spine panels, gilt dentelles, all edges gilt, in fine condition.