Childrens Books Collection

An engraving depicting French children opening Christmas presents. Illustrated by Ethel Mars (1876-1959)
5311354 An engraving depicting French children opening Christmas presents. Illustrated by Ethel Mars (1876-1959) an American woodblock print artist and children's book illustrator

An engraving depicting a French conjurer at a Children's party. Illustrated by Ethel Mars (1876-1959)
5311005 An engraving depicting a French conjurer at a Children's party. Illustrated by Ethel Mars (1876-1959) an American woodblock print artist and children's book illustrator

A daughter and ailing mother, 1850
3478227 A daughter and ailing mother, 1850 by Edwards, Mary Ellen (1838-1934); (add.info.: Illustration depicting a daughter and ailing mother)

A mother cuddling her child, whilst sat on a rocking chair, 1850
3478217 A mother cuddling her child, whilst sat on a rocking chair, 1850 by Edwards, Mary Ellen (1838-1934); (add.info.: Illustration depicting a mother cuddling her child)

A mother cuddling her child, 1850
3478204 A mother cuddling her child, 1850 by Edwards, Mary Ellen (1838-1934); (add.info.: Illustration depicting a mother cuddling her child)

A mother cuddling her children, 1850
3478199 A mother cuddling her children, 1850 by Edwards, Mary Ellen (1838-1934); (add.info.: Illustration depicting a mother cuddling her children)

A young woman on the beach
3735450 A young woman on the beach by Edwards, Mary Ellen (1838-1934); (add.info.: Illustration depicting a young woman relaxing on the beach)

Illustration depicting young women with muffs, to keep their hands warm during the colder
5309071 Illustration depicting young women with muffs, to keep their hands warm during the colder weather by Edwards, Mary Ellen (1838-1934); (add.info)

Illustration depicting a family taking breakfast in the garden
5308940 Illustration depicting a family taking breakfast in the garden by Edwards, Mary Ellen (1838-1934); (add.info.: Illustration depicting a family taking breakfast in the garden)

Illustration of a little girl being looked after by her aunts and uncle for an afternoon
5308653 Illustration of a little girl being looked after by her aunts and uncle for an afternoon by Edwards, Mary Ellen (1838-1934); (add.info)

An engraving depicting the collection of holly and evergreen for Christmas decoration
5311000 An engraving depicting the collection of holly and evergreen for Christmas decoration. Illustrated by Mary Ellen Edwards (1838-1934) an English artist and illustrator of childrens books

An engraving depicting a musical evening. Illustrated by Mary Ellen Edwards (1838-1934
5310983 An engraving depicting a musical evening. Illustrated by Mary Ellen Edwards (1838-1934) an English artist and illustrator of childrens books, 19th century by Edwards

A widow with her children
5312070 A widow with her children by Edwards, Mary Ellen (1838-1934); (add.info.: Illustration depicting a widow with her children)

Engraving depicting a doctor examining a baby with measles
5309389 Engraving depicting a doctor examining a baby with measles by Edwards, Mary Ellen (1838-1934); (add.info.: Engraving depicting a doctor examining a baby with measles)

Illustration depicting a mother with her children
5308902 Illustration depicting a mother with her children by Edwards, Mary Ellen (1838-1934); (add.info.: Illustration depicting a mother with her children)

Illustration of a little girl being looked after by her aunts and uncle for an afternoon
5308654 Illustration of a little girl being looked after by her aunts and uncle for an afternoon by Edwards, Mary Ellen (1838-1934); (add.info)

A nursemaid with a child in front of a fire, 1850
3478004 A nursemaid with a child in front of a fire, 1850 by Edwards, Mary Ellen (1838-1934); (add.info.: Illustration of a nursemaid with a child in front of a fire)

Mother and Daughters, 1850
3478130 Mother and Daughters, 1850 by Edwards, Mary Ellen (1838-1934); (add.info.: Illustration titled Mother and Daughters)

A young woman reading through a letter illustrated by Mary Ellen Edwards
3735153 A young woman reading through a letter illustrated by Mary Ellen Edwards by Edwards, Mary Ellen (1838-1934); (add.info)

A daughter at her fathers deathbed, 1850
3478628 A daughter at her fathers deathbed, 1850 by Edwards, Mary Ellen (1838-1934); (add.info.: Illustration depicting a daughter at her fathers deathbed)

A mother checking on her sleeping child, 1850
3478213 A mother checking on her sleeping child, 1850 by Edwards, Mary Ellen (1838-1934); (add.info.: Illustration depicting a mother checking on her sleeping child)

An aunt spending quality time with her niece, 1850
3478155 An aunt spending quality time with her niece, 1850 by Edwards, Mary Ellen (1838-1934); (add.info.: Illustration depicting an aunt spending quality time with her niece)

A little girl with her aunt and uncle who are babysitting her for the afternoon, 1850
3478152 A little girl with her aunt and uncle who are babysitting her for the afternoon, 1850 by Edwards, Mary Ellen (1838-1934); (add.info)

An engraving depicting a doctor visiting his young patient at home
5310739 An engraving depicting a doctor visiting his young patient at home. Illustrated by Mary Ellen Edwards (1838-1934) an English artist and prolific illustrator of childrens books

Engraving depicting a cripple boy at the seaside
5308897 Engraving depicting a cripple boy at the seaside by Edwards, Mary Ellen (1838-1934); (add.info.: Engraving depicting a cripple boy at the seaside)

A young woman reading by an open window
5308064 A young woman reading by an open window. by Edwards, Mary Ellen (1838-1934); (add.info.: Illustration depicting a young woman reading by an open window)

An engraving depicting Welsh girls at a Hollantide Fair, a hiring fair
5311038 An engraving depicting Welsh girls at a Hollantide Fair, a hiring fair, waiting to be engaged as domestic servants

Parents with their blind daughter, 1850
3478683 Parents with their blind daughter, 1850 by Edwards, Mary Ellen (1838-1934); (add.info.: Illustration depicting parents with their blind daughter)

A young mother cuddling her child, 1850
3478212 A young mother cuddling her child, 1850 by Edwards, Mary Ellen (1838-1934); (add.info.: Illustration depicting a young mother cuddling her child)

An engraving depicting a regular scene of a wealthy Victorian family
5310768 An engraving depicting a regular scene of a wealthy Victorian family. In the main image, the children are being watched over by their nursemaid as they play with building bricks

An engraving depicting a mother rocking her baby. Illustrated Mary Ellen Edwards
5310975 An engraving depicting a mother rocking her baby. Illustrated Mary Ellen Edwards (1838-1934) an English artist and prolific illustrator of childrens books, 19th century by Edwards

Engraving depicting two women keeping warm beside the fireplace
5308896 Engraving depicting two women keeping warm beside the fireplace by Edwards, Mary Ellen (1838-1934); (add.info.: Engraving depicting two women keeping warm beside the fireplace)

Engraving depicting children with their pet sparrow in its cage
5308649 Engraving depicting children with their pet sparrow in its cage by Edwards, Mary Ellen (1838-1934); (add.info.: Engraving depicting children with their pet sparrow in its cage)

A boy showing off his catch
3735682 A boy showing off his catch by Edwards, Mary Ellen (1838-1934); (add.info.: Illustration depicting a boy showing off his catch)

A young woman sketching illustrated by Mary Ellen Edwards
3735352 A young woman sketching illustrated by Mary Ellen Edwards by Edwards, Mary Ellen (1838-1934); (add.info.: Illustration depicting a young woman sketching illustrated by Mary Ellen Edwards)

A daughter and mother awaiting the arrival of her son after a 10 year absence, 1850
3478621 A daughter and mother awaiting the arrival of her son after a 10 year absence, 1850 by Edwards, Mary Ellen (1838-1934); (add.info)

A mother checking on her sleeping children, 1850
3478198 A mother checking on her sleeping children, 1850 by Edwards, Mary Ellen (1838-1934); (add.info.: Illustration depicting a mother checking on her sleeping children)

A grandmother examining the childs efforts at knitting, 1850
3477976 A grandmother examining the childs efforts at knitting, 1850 by Edwards, Mary Ellen (1838-1934); (add.info.: Illustration depicting a grandmother examining the childs efforts at knitting)

A mother cuddling her child, 1850
3478205 A mother cuddling her child, 1850 by Edwards, Mary Ellen (1838-1934); (add.info.: Illustration depicting a mother cuddling her child)

An unmarried mother and baby found exhausted by the roadside, 1850
3478133 An unmarried mother and baby found exhausted by the roadside, 1850 by Edwards, Mary Ellen (1838-1934); (add.info)

Illustration depicting a young woman reading by an open window, 19th century
Illustration depicting a young woman reading by an open window

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"Transporting Tales: A Journey into the Enchanting World of Children's Books" Step into a realm where imagination knows no bounds. From the whimsical adventures of "The Fairy Queen's Messenger" to the magical encounters with elves and owls, children's books have captivated young minds for generations. In the heartwarming tale set in 1850, witness a daughter's unwavering love as she cares for her ailing mother. Picture a tender scene of a mother cuddling her child on a rocking chair, finding solace in each other's embrace. Feel the warmth and affection radiating from another illustration depicting a mother showering love upon her child. Travel back to simpler times as you explore an era when families found joy in simple pleasures. Imagine strolling along sandy shores with a young woman or joining young ladies wrapped snugly in muffs during colder days. Delight in an idyllic family breakfast amidst blooming gardens or follow along as little girls spend an afternoon under their caring aunt and uncle's watchful eyes. Experience the festive spirit through enchanting engravings showcasing holly and evergreen being collected for Christmas decorations. Immerse yourself in melodious evenings depicted by Mary Ellen Edwards' illustrations, where music fills hearts with joy and harmony. Children’s books hold within them timeless tales that ignite curiosity, inspire dreams, and nurture creativity, and are windows into worlds both real and imagined – places where magic thrives, lessons are learned, and bonds are forged between readers of all ages. So come forth and embark on this captivating journey through pages filled with wonderment – because within these stories lie endless possibilities waiting to be discovered by eager minds seeking adventure.