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Sinclair Lewis's first book, edited in a new and only edition by renowned Lewis expert, Stephen R. Pastore. Fully illustrated.
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A magnificent re-ssue of Sinclair Lewis's first punblished book (1912) and newly illustrated for a new generation. None of this book has lost its appeal and wonder and it is a wonderful addition to anyone's library of childrens classic books --Librarians Journal
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Hike and the Aeroplane
Seller: Friends Of Bridgeport Public Library, Bridgeport, CT, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. Richard Price (illustrator). 1st Edition, Limited Edition. Limited edition, signed, numbered (#21/200) and lettered (U), in good used condition. original slipcase not included. The Friends of the Bridgeport Public Library use these funds to promote literacy in the community and in the Bridgeport Public Schools. Seller Inventory # 008582
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Hike and the Aeroplane [LIMITED EDITION w/ SUITE OF PRINTS]
Seller: Book House in Dinkytown, IOBA, Minneapolis, MN, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good+. Richard Price (illustrator). Limited Edition. YaleBooks Press, Ltd., 1999; Limited edition re-issue of Lewis' first book (published under the pen name Tom Graham), with a separate portfolio of loose lithographic prints by noted watercolorist Richard L. Price; this edition is limited to 26 copies, this copy being number "J"; personalized inscription by editor Stephen R. Pastore on front end page of book, after tipped-in limitation page; each of the nine black and white prints are signed in pencil by the illustrator, and includes a cover page stating the limitation with Pastore's signature. Binding is tight, sturdy, and square; blue cloth boards in very good+ condition, gilt titling on spine and front board remains bright and bold; interior illustrations and text also very good. Dust jacket in very good+ condition, and arrives wrapped in protective mylar. Sticker seal on illustration portfolio has been broken, otherwise portfolio in very good condition; lithographs housed in separate envelope as bound-in envelope was apparently too narrow to fit the prints. From a private collection (not ex-library). A fantastic way to experience Lewis' rather obscure debut. Due to the size/weight of this set extra charges may apply for international shipping. Ships from Dinkytown in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Signed by Illustrator. Seller Inventory # 276455