The Midnight Folk, A Novel, by John Masefield, 1927 first edition

The Midnight Folk by John Masefield is a classic work of early twentieth-century children’s fiction, combining elements of fantasy, adventure and mystery. First published in 1927, the story follows the young orphan Kay Harker as he uncovers a hidden world of secret passages, nocturnal intrigue and long-buried treasure. Masefield's distinctive narrative style blends imaginative storytelling with a subtle, dreamlike atmosphere that has ensured the book’s lasting appeal.

Often associated with its sequel, The Box of Delights, the novel remains one of Masefield's best-known works for younger readers, with its imaginative world and quietly magical tone continuing to charm successive generations.

The Midnight Folk, A Novel, by John Masefield.

Published by William Heinemann Ltd, London, 1927. First edition, first impression.

A near fine blue linen hardback of this children's classic. With gilt titles to front and spine. Blind stamp ruled border to front. Soundly bound. Crisp and bright without sun-fading. One small, discreet, mark to top left of rear cover, but barely noticeable.

Text is bright and clean throughout - possibly an unread copy. With blue top edge of text block, as issued. There is a blue colour run down the vertical edge - likely a production flaw when manufactured. No foxing to text pages at all, but the first and last few pages have some light spotting to the very edge of pages.

A very smart volume.

Text in English. 

327pp.

Weight approximately 392g (unpacked).

Dimensions: approximately 195mm high x 129mm wide x 35mm deep.