Descrizione

The Illustrated Junior Library edition. Handsomely illustrated by Norman Price and E. C Van Swearingen with ten plates in full colour and numerous black and white drawings throughout. Tall 8vo, in the publisher's original decorated cloth featuring an all-over full colour illustration wrapping around both covers and the spine, the spine features a red label simulating morocco, gilt lettered and decorated, in the original clear acetate dustjacket. [vi], 302, [1] pp. A fine copy but for a little general mellowing in a mildly toned but complete acetate jacket. The book shows virtually no wear, which is uncommon for such a popular children's edition.

Edizione: a wonderful illustrated edition of this timeless classic. this beloved grosset and dunlap series of books provided an unbeatable combination of fine colourplate illustration, near-private-press-quality printing and especially bright and appealing decorated cloth at an affordable price.<br> in this example, one of the all time most popular adventure stories is enriched with the artwork of two popular artist. mr. price is responsible for the bright and vivid, yet meticulously researched, colourplates and mr. van searingen has provided the black and white drawings which are found throughout.