Puck Of Pook's Hill Kipling, Rudyard

First edition, first printing, First Issue with adverts at rear. Red boards with gilt elephant vignette to front board & gilt titles. A very good copy. Clean boards with no marks of note. Nicking to spine tips. Fading to the spine - rubbing to the spine tips and corners. Small gift inscription to the rear of the half title page. All plates present. A collection of short stories blending history, fantasy, and folklore. Set in England's Sussex countryside, it follows two children, Dan and Una, who encounter Puck, a mischievous sprite from English folklore. Puck introduces them to various historical characters, including Roman soldiers and Norman knights, who share tales of England's past. Through these stories, Kipling explores themes of identity, nationalism, and the enduring spirit of England. The book serves as both entertainment and a celebration of English heritage, showcasing Kipling's skillful storytelling and his love for the land and its legends.