A Ring and a Riddle

Ilin, M.; Segal, E.

Published by J B Lippincott, Philadelphia, 1944

About this Item

A Ring and a Riddle by M. Ilin, & E. Segal, translated by Beatrice Kinkead. Illustrated by Vera Bock . 1st edition, 1st printing. hardcover in dustjacket. Published by J. B. Lippincott Company, Philadelphia, 1944. IN "A Ring and a Riddle" two Soviet writers of popular books for children have borrowed the familiar form of the old fairy tales. But this time the magic gifts which enable the youngest son to make his fortune are explained in terms of modern science. The magic ring is the compass, the talking horn is the radio, the magic mirror is television. Vera Bock has provided effective, stylized illustrations. "jacket has some wear and tear, fading, book inside is very good, clean and tight".

Seller Inventory # BX95-21

Bibliographic Details

• Title: A Ring and a Riddle
• Publisher: J B Lippincott, Philadelphia
• Publication Date: 1944
• Language: English
• Binding: Hardcover
• Illustrator: Vera Bock
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Printing: 1st Printing
• Condition: Very Good
• Dust Jacket Condition: Good
• Dimensions: 7.75W x 10.25H x 1D inches 7.75 inches width by 10.25 inches height by 1 inches depth
• Weight: 1.2 pounds
• Seller catalogs:
  • Russian literature
  • Childrens- fiction
  • Childrens