Language: English
Published by Essomarine, 1936
Seller: Jeff Bergman Books ABAA, ILAB, Flemington, NJ, U.S.A.
First Edition
Soft cover. Condition: Fine. Dr Seuss (illustrator). 1st Edition. Soft Cover Illustrated & Written By Dr Seuss(1935) First Edition. Extremely Scarce. Beautiful Fresh Copy.
Published by The Makers and Marketers of Essomarine Oils & Greases, No Place, 1934
Seller: Wallace & Clark, Booksellers, Katy, TX, U.S.A.
First Edition
Pictorial Paper Wrappers. Condition: Very Good +. Seuss, Dr. (illustrator). First Edition. Seuss, Dr. SECRETS OF THE DEEP OR THE PERFECT YACHTSMAN by Old Captain Taylor. No Place: The Makers and Marketers of Essomarine Oils & Greases, 1934. First Edition. 8vo - 5-15/16" x 9". Color pictorial paper wrappers with light toning and signs of handling including a 1" x 3" light crease to the upper right hand corner effecting the front cover and the first three pages of the book. Thirty-four numbered pages of humorous text (which never fails to tout Essomarine products) and red, white and blue illustrations by Dr. Seuss illustrating various aspects of sailing a ship (with tongue always firmly in cheek). Also included are two pages of advertising for Essomarine oils and greases and a handy reference chart specifying which Essomarine product to use in specific makes and models of inboard engines in use in 1934. This publication is a good example of Dr. Seuss's ability to combine his artistic and literary abilities in a commercial endeavor with the end product being an advertising piece like no other. The condition of this book is VERY GOOD +.