True First Edition 1970 THE TRUMPET OF THE SWAN E.B. White Illustrated Edward

E.B. White

Published by Harper & Row, New York, Evanston, and London, 1970

About this Item

This is a true First Edition of E.B. White's beloved children's classic, The Trumpet of the Swan, published in 1970 by Harper & Row. Illustrated throughout with evocative black and white drawings by Edward Frascino, the novel tells the heartwarming story of Louis, a trumpeter swan born without a voice, and his journey to communicate and find love. As White's third and final children's novel, following Stuart Little and Charlotte's Web, this work holds significant literary importance and is a highly sought-after collectible for admirers of his timeless storytelling and classic children's literature.

Condition:
Exterior - The blue cloth boards are clean, with the gilt signature of E.B. White prominently displayed on the front cover. The binding is square and secure, with sharp corners. The text block is firm and the book holds together tightly.

Interior - The interior pages are exceptionally clean, bright, and free from any foxing, toning, inscriptions, or markings. The black and white illustrations by Edward Frascino are crisp and clear throughout. The text block is solid.

Dust Jacket - The original pictorial dust jacket is vibrant, with the original $4.50 price unclipped on the front flap. Minor shelf wear is present to the jacket edges and spine ends, with some light rubbing to the rear panel. There are no chips or significant tears.

Seller Inventory # 800717033531

Bibliographic Details

• Title: True First Edition 1970 THE TRUMPET OF THE SWAN E.B. White Illustrated Edward
• Publisher: Harper & Row, New York, Evanston, and London
• Publication Date: 1970
• Language: English
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Condition: As New
• Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine
• Weight: 32 ounces