New Zealand Fairyland: A Story of the Caves – Mrs Ambrose E. Moore – 1909

A fascinating early New Zealand children’s book, written by Sarah Rebecca Moore, under the name Mrs Ambrose E. Moore, and beautifully illustrated by noted New Zealand artist Emily Cumming Harris.

Published in Auckland by Brett Printing and Publishing in 1909, Fairyland in New Zealand: A Story of the Caves combines fantasy and adventure with a distinctly New Zealand setting. The story follows Rangi as he searches for his wife and child, with his journey eventually involving fairies, distant travels and a mysterious New Zealand cave.

The volume is illustrated throughout by E. C. Harris, including charming fairy imagery inspired by New Zealand plants and landscapes. The original edition contains 58 pages plus six leaves of illustrated plates.

An appealing antiquarian title for collectors of early New Zealand literature, children’s books, fairy tales, New Zealand art and works illustrated by Emily Cumming Harris.

Author: Sarah Rebecca Moore (Mrs Ambrose E. Moore)
Illustrator: Emily Cumming Harris
Publisher: Brett Printing and Publishing, Auckland
Publication Year: 1909
Pages: 58 pages plus 6 leaves of plates
Subject: New Zealand Children’s Literature / Fairy Tales / New Zealand Art / Antiquarian Books

Condition: Pre-owned, inscription to first inside page, some wear associated with age.