- First Edition
- Hardcover
- Used
Condition: Used - Very good
US$ 1,500.00
Quantity: 1 available
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This Book Has Been Hand Set In 18 Pointweiss Type By Invincible Typographers Inc, The Illustrations Were Specially Reproduced On Copper Plates, First Printing, First Edition, 1939 Caldecott Medal Winner.
Seller Inventory # 100
Bibliographic details
- Title
- Mei Li
- Author
- Handforth Thomas
- Publisher
- Doubleday & Co, Ny
- Publication year
- 1938
- Condition
- Very Good
- Dust jacket
- Fine
- Binding
- Hard Cover
- Illustrator
- Handforth Thomas
- Edition
- First.
- Printing
- First
Shipping rates from Italy to U.S.A.
| Item | 10 to 15 business days | 3 to 5 business days |
|---|---|---|
| First item | US$ 50.52 | US$ 95.42 |
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M&G BOOKS - A Remarkable Collection of Signed First Editions and Rare Books, 1881-2024. Spanning 1881-2024, this remarkable collection of 492 books honors the lifelong passion and dedication of Martin Magovsky (Boston, USA, 1940 Varese, Italy, 2024). Built over decades of meticulous research and close relationships with authors, illustrators, booksellers, and specialist bookstores worldwide, it represents the culmination of a lifetime devoted to collecting exceptional literary works. The collection includes carefully preserved signed first editions, award-winning fiction and illustrated books, and significant works by renowned authors and illustrators, including Ann Grifalconi, Anne Anderson, Arnaldo Pomodoro, Cicely Mary Barker, Charles Dickens, Charlie Mackesy, Eric Carle, H.A. Rey, Hans Christian Andersen, Joe Biden, J.K. Rowling, Katherine Applegate, Kathryn Stockett, Kazuo Ishiguro, Maurice Sendak, Michelle Obama, Paul Zelinsky, Philip Pullman, Robert McCloskey, Ruth Sawyer, Sally Rooney, Tasha Tudor, Zena Bernstein, and many others. Several volumes feature original illustrations, unique doodles, and personal inscriptions by prominent authors, making them truly one-of-a-kind. The collection also includes award-winning titles associated with the Caldecott Medal, Newbery Medal, and National Book Award, as well as multiple variants of important works, including signed and unsigned copies in different editions and bindings. Every book has been carefully preserved and protected, and the collection is presented in impeccable condition. Collection Highlights - Signed first editions and rare books - Archival protective covers and professional preservation - Original illustrator doodles and personalized inscriptions - Multiple variants of important titles - A wide range of editions and binding types The books are sold individually through the M&G BOOKS listings. However, the complete collection may also be purchased as a single lot at a special price, as indicated under code 600 in this M&G BOOKS gallery. Photographs of all titles are available through the individual M&G Books listings on AbeBooks. Additional images and video presentations of specific books can be provided to serious prospective buyers. A complete PDF or Excel catalogue, organized by author, illustrator, title, and price, is available upon request. Shipping is arranged exclusively through insured mail and specialized courier services. Each book will be carefully packed in reinforced cardboard boxes. Shipping costs vary according to destination; please contact me for an exact quotation. Giorgio Bianchi On behalf of Martin Magovsky…
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VA, Italy
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