Kate Greenaway — Almanack for 1883

London, George Routledge and Sons, 1883. Leather. The deluxe first edition of Kate Greenaway's popular alamancks, colourfully illustrated calendars in Greenaway's distinctive style. The popular Kate Greenaway almanack for the year 1883.Greenaway was an artist and writer during the Victorian era, and was best known for her illustrations for children's books. Her career began when she illustrated the burgeoning market of holiday cards, before her first work, 'Under the Window', was published, making her an instant success. Most of her drawings depict Queen Anne style costume, an imaginary eighteenth century style rather than Victorian. This almanack was one of Greenaway's best known publications, a yearly endeavour providing a charming illustrated calendar. Greenaway's original almanack was published yearly from 1883 to 1895, with none published in 1896. Another volume followed in 1897, then reissues were produced from 1924 to 1929.Illustrated in colour throughout in Greenaway's distinctive style. In the original publisher's quarter deluxe morocco binding with paper to the boards. Externally, a little age-toned and discoloured, as is usual with cream binding. A few light marks to the boards and spine. Very small chip to the tail of the spine. Rear hinge has failed. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are bright and clean with a couple of light spots. Good Only . Ill.: Kate Greenaway. Good Only .