Alice's Adventures in Wonderland & Through the Looking Glass

Special first edition (1946) box set copy of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass by Lewis Carroll. 

This set of books is renowned for its illustrations by infamous John Tenneil, as well as the coloring which was done by Fritz Kredel in an era specific palate. These two 1946 Random House first editions are some of the most sought after in the world and the complete set with original slipcase even more so. As much as the beauty of the words and the stories they tell, these very special, colored illustrations help bring them to life.

Hardcover, box set of 2 books

Author: Lewis Carroll

Tenniel illustrations colored by Fritz Kredel

Edition/year: 1st, 1946, Random House

Condition: Minor wear on box and "Pat 1956; Mina," written in pen on fly leaf of both books. Otherwise in good vintage condition.