Housed in a custom full leather clamshell box. Illustrated with 4 full-page and 3 double-page color lithographs. Scarce, and even moreso in the unrestored original dust jacket. This is a remarkable copy of "one of the first 37252_modern picture books, a perfect combination of story and pictures" (Mahony). It is one of the great collaborations in modern children's books, with the lithographs and the text equally invoking bittersweet affection: "You were Real to the Boy because he loved you." Later printings did not use lithography to produce Nicholson's drawings, making the first printing especially distinctive in the quality of its lustrous illustrations.
This book captures the wistful attachment to our childhood toys through the story of a stuffed rabbit that hopes the love of its owner can make it real. First printing, American issue, of the beloved children's classic, the only printing with the dazzling original color lithographs by Nicholson. Make storytime special for you and your child and create memories that will last a lifetime with this captivating audio performance.Condition: Fine in very good plus jacket. Features the original story by Margery Williams.Is a classic for children of all ages or the young at heart.Makes a great Easter, Lent, birthday, or baby shower gift.Features narration by Academy Award-Winner Jeff Bridges.
This audiobook edition of The Classic Tale of the Velveteen Rabbit: This story is among the top 100 books for children recommended by the National Education Association, chosen in a 2007 online poll, and also won the IRA/CBC Children's Choice award. Author Margery Williams has warmed hearts across all generations with this treasured classic it is an endearing tale to share amongst family, and the perfect way to start a new tradition with your children and grandchildren. Originally published in 1922, the classic story of a toy rabbit who loves a boy so much he eventually becomes real, has charmed children-and adults-for nearly a century.
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