1952 Mystery of the Broken Bridge Margaret Friskey Hardcover Book
$24.00
Delight in the mid-century nostalgia of this classic children's picture book from the early 1950s. The bright blue cover displays a beautifully styled, retro illustration of a young engineer operating a colorful toy steam locomotive.
- SIZE: Approx. 9 inches by 7 inches (Measurements are close but approximate)
- DECADE: 1950s
- STYLE: Mid-Century Modern Childrens Literature / Retro Picture Book
- CONDITION: Good vintage condition with light shelf wear to the cover and spine; internal pages are well-preserved and intact
- EXTRA NOTES: Published in 1952 by Childrens Press, featuring the iconic and vibrant color block illustrations of artist Jean Edgerton
Margaret Friskey was a celebrated American children's author and long-time editor-in-chief of Childrens Press, renowned for creating simple, compelling mysteries designed to help young readers build early literacy skills. With Jean Edgerton's quintessential mid-century graphic art style, this hard-to-find storybook perfectly captures the cozy, bright aesthetic of 1950s educational literature, making it a beautiful display piece for collectors of vintage juvenile fiction or nursery decor.