An Island Garden

The book is an ex-library copy with visible library stickers and markings. The hardcover shows signs of wear, particularly along the edges and corners. The binding remains intact, ensuring the book is structurally sound. No dust jacket is present. Overall, the book is in fair condition with expected library usage wear.

"An Island Garden" by Celia Thaxter, illustrated by Childe Hassam, is a reprint edition published by Bullbrier Press in 1985. Originally published in 1894, this edition commemorates the 150th anniversary of Thaxter's birth, offering a new introduction by John M. Kingsbury. Known for its beautiful portrayal of Thaxter's garden on Appledore Island, this edition reproduces Hassam's illustrations in black and white, maintaining the charm of the original. This reprint is a delightful blend of gardening insights and personal memoir, reflecting Thaxter's love for nature. The book is an ex-library copy, with library markings visible. It is a hardcover edition, printed and bound in the United States. This edition is a valuable find for collectors interested in historical gardening literature.