Advert Description
This charming nostalgic book contains ten delightful stories – each about a specific dog.
It is rare as it is an authentic vintage original and not one of the modern reproductions of this publication which tend to be available these days.
The edition being offered for sale here was printed in September 1957 by Jarrold & Sons Limited of Norwich.
This hardback book contains 64 pages illustrated throughout with black and white line drawings by Honor Charlotte Appleton, who is world renowned for her illustrations in over 150 children’s books during her career – including Hans Christian Andersen’s fairy tales, Black Beauty, Aladdin and Alice In Wonderland.
Size approx 13.0 cm x 19.0 cm.
It is in very good clean condition having only been lightly used.
There are no loose or missing pages, nor are there any rips or tears or stains to the pages.
There is slight yellow discolouration on the pages – which is to be expected given its age.
The text and black and white line drawings are still bright and clear.
The spine is intact and tight.
The dust jacket shows signs of wear having been stored on a bookshelf for many years and the spine is faded.
Its corners and edges are a bit scuffed, and there are a few very small tears to its edges.
The inside front flap has been cut away where the item’s price was originally printed.
This is a private sale from a pet, smoke and Covid free home.
This book was presented to me at my school sports day.
There is a book plate inside the cover which states: “Coughton School Third Prize awarded to H. Chapman for Grade 3 Athletics”.
(I’ve always been better at reading than sport!)
There are no other inscriptions or notes in the book.
Please refer to the photographs provided to make your own assessment regarding condition.
Buyer to collect, and pay cash on collection please. Regret no returns accepted.
Thank you.
