My Book of Nursery Rhymes. Illustrated by Muriel Dawson. Published by Published by Raphael Tuck & Sons, Ltd., (1932). First Edition. Pictorial card wrappers; light shelf wear but overall a nice bright copy.

Contains sixteen full-page colour plates with nursery rhyme across the bottom of each page.

A charming vintage children’s book that holds a special place in early 20th-century illustration and publishing.

Muriel Dawson was known for her delicate and expressive illustrations, often featuring idyllic scenes and gentle characters. Her work in this book is richly coloured and evocative of the era’s romanticised view of childhood.