Collection: Children's Books

From first editions to modern illustrated editions by the beloved publishers like The Folio Society, Sancho's Rare Books specialises in and sells a large collection of children's classics. So whether you are looking to return to the 1970s and help Fantastic Mr Fox escape farmers Boggis, Bunce and Bean, by diving into a first edition of this classic from Dahl, or are searching for one of Folio Society's coveted fairy books, we are certain to have something for you in stock. ...

First and Early Edition, Signed or Inscribed Children's Books

Step back in time with a range of children's illustrated classics and true firsts. Choose between gems of 19th century literature such as Andrew Lang's collected fairy books, 20th century beloved first and early editions of The Hobbit, Peter Pan, Dr Seuss' The Cat in the Hat and Paddington, and recent 21st century works such as Philip Pullman's The Dark Materials trilogy, and enjoy seeing some of these classics in their author-approved versions. We buy, curate and sell wonderful old, rare and desired antiquarian children's books of cultural and historical significance.

Illustrated Folio Society and Fine Press Children's Books

Fine press publishers have been recreating beloved works of fantasy for many decades now, and Folio Society is undoubtedly one of the most known publishers of children's books in finer bindings. Our collection boasts over 100 Folio Society's children's books. From older works such as John Masefield's The Box of Delights, to Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Wind in the Willows illustrated by the wonderfully talented and whimsical artist Charles van Sandwyk, to The Silver Sword, Black Beauty, Anne of Green Gables and Neil Gaiman's more recent Coraline. Browse our collection of Folio Society, Lyra's Books, Suntup, and other fine press illustrated publications of kids' books that have truly shaped storytelling and many a childhood.

Whether you are looking to collect your first or next first edition book, searching for a lovely gift for a close one who happens to be a bookworm and a lover of fairy tales and children's fantasy books, or simply want to add to your existing Folio collection, we hope we have something for you in or stock. We work very hard to ensure we have a broad, carefully-curated offering of wonderful first editions and illustrated classics in this genre, so you can confidently explore this book collection and find your next literary treasures.

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