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Chamberlain, Basil Hall (1850-1935) Aino Fairy Tales, Nos. 1 & 2.
1) The Hunter in Fairy-Land. Boston & Tokyo: Ticknor & Co. and Kobunsha, 1887. First edition in English; preface printed on translucent tissue; delicate color woodblock illustrations throughout; in original pictorial wrappers, bound and stitched Japanese-style; 7 3/8 x 5 in.
2) The Bird's Party, 1887. First edition in English; color woodblock illustrations; original pictorial wrapper, as above; 7 3/8 x 5 in.
British-born B. H. Chamberlain is best known for his accessible works created for Western audiences which provided guides for the best methods of traveling, learning the language, and interacting with Japanese culture.
