Peter Rabbit Book Appraisal

The Tale of Peter Rabbit by Beatrix Potter (F. Warne & Co.)

This item is a copy of 'The Tale of Peter Rabbit' by Beatrix Potter, published by F. Warne & Co. The book appears to be a compact edition, likely a paperback or a small hardcover with a plain, light-colored (possibly off-white or cream) cover. The front cover features the title in a decorative serif font at the top, along with an iconic illustration of Peter Rabbit himself, standing upright and looking to the viewer's right, wearing his signature blue jacket. The illustration is colorful and detailed, despite its small size. The publisher's name, 'F. WARNE & CO', is printed at the bottom in a rectangular box with a border. The visible condition indicates significant wear, typical of a well-used children's book. The cover shows creases, scuffs, and possibly some discoloration due to age and handling. There are discernible adhesive labels, likely from a library or school Accelerated Reader program, indicating '15796', 'The Tale of Peter Rabbit', 'Beatrix Potter', 'AR B.L.: 4.2', and 'Points: 0.5'. These labels obscure part of the original cover design and contribute to the worn appearance. The spine is not fully visible, but the binding appears to be intact, though possibly loose from extensive use. The edges and corners show signs of rubbing and bending. No specific manufacturing date is visible from the image, but based on the publisher and the classic nature of the book, it is likely a reprint from the mid-to-late 20th century, or possibly early 21st, given the modern appearance of the AR labels.