Author: Vimar, A. Title: First Edition, Children's literature, 1917, Dogs | Clown The Circus Dog, Story and Illustrations by A. Vimar (...) Translated by Nora K. Hills. The Reilly and Britton Company, Chicago, [1917], 121+(2)pp.
Description: First edition children's story about a dog named Clown who ran away and joined the circus, and after a lot of challenges and adventures made it back home to the little girl who loved him. Vimar's illustrations are beautiful; he clearly ranks among the great illustrators of dog stories. Some illustrations handcolored by a child.Manuscript annotations in pencil on first front endleaf: To Edward / from Daddy / Christmas 1920, followed by Edward and a3. On the back pastedown in pencil: Jules Mayer B1 Octb. 1930 Dec 6 1930.children's literature - children's book - english - translation - dogs - circus Bound in linen, 23.5 x 16.8 cm. Some signs of wear, browned paper. Otherwise in good condition.
Keywords: Animals|Children's books
Price: EUR 43.60 = appr. US$ 47.39 Seller: Antiquariaat Arine van der Steur
- Book number: 67801