1996 My Day with Anka, Nan Ferring Nelson, Signed Hardcover Book. Signed to someone. Measures about 11" by 9.5". Excellent condition.
This beautiful 1996 first edition of "My Day with Anka" is a heartwarming intergenerational story based on the author’s own childhood memories in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The narrative follows young Karrie and her family's nurturing Czechoslovakian housekeeper, Anka, who turns everyday chores into imaginative adventures—pretending the vacuum is a train to Prague and baking traditional fruit-filled kolaches.
The book is distinguished by the muted, nostalgic acrylic-on-canvas illustrations of Bill Farnsworth, which perfectly capture the affectionate bond between the characters. This copy is particularly special as it is hand-signed by the author, Nan Ferring Nelson. It is a wonderful addition for collectors of signed children's literature, those interested in Czech-American heritage, or anyone seeking a sweet story about friendship and different backgrounds.
This item is vintage, over 25 years old. While it appears to be in excellent condition, there is the possibility I may have missed a minor detail. In the unlikely event I missed a major flaw I would reach out prior to sending it.
