1938 Eight Fairy Tales Hardcover, Watty Piper
$72.00
1938 Eight Fairy Tales, Hardcover Book. Edited by Watty Piper. Verses by Kate Cox Goddard. Measures about 8" by 7". Very good condition.
Immerse yourself in a timeless collection of childhood favorites with this authentic 1938 Platt & Munk edition of "Eight Fairy Tales." This 8" x 7" hardcover is a beautiful example of mid-century children's book production, featuring a vibrant orange cloth binding stamped with classic black designs. Each of the eight stories is accompanied by the whimsical verses of Kate Cox Goddard and features the iconic pen-and-ink and full-color illustrations of Eulalie, whose artistry defines the warm, nostalgic aesthetic of this era.
This volume is a "First Thus" printing, marking a significant entry in the Platt & Munk catalog of the late 1930s. It is an ideal choice for antique book collectors, as a unique baby shower gift, or as a charming addition to a nostalgic nursery library. The stories are unpaginated but run approximately 96 pages, providing the perfect length for bedtime reading. This book serves as a wonderful piece of literary history, connecting modern readers to the golden age of American children's publishing.
This item is vintage, over 80 years old.
Immerse yourself in a timeless collection of childhood favorites with this authentic 1938 Platt & Munk edition of "Eight Fairy Tales." This 8" x 7" hardcover is a beautiful example of mid-century children's book production, featuring a vibrant orange cloth binding stamped with classic black designs. Each of the eight stories is accompanied by the whimsical verses of Kate Cox Goddard and features the iconic pen-and-ink and full-color illustrations of Eulalie, whose artistry defines the warm, nostalgic aesthetic of this era.
This volume is a "First Thus" printing, marking a significant entry in the Platt & Munk catalog of the late 1930s. It is an ideal choice for antique book collectors, as a unique baby shower gift, or as a charming addition to a nostalgic nursery library. The stories are unpaginated but run approximately 96 pages, providing the perfect length for bedtime reading. This book serves as a wonderful piece of literary history, connecting modern readers to the golden age of American children's publishing.
This item is vintage, over 80 years old.