Two Donkeys and a Bridge

1983 [32]pp. Andersen Press, London. The first English edition of this early work from Welsh illustrator, Ralph Steadman. The first edition in English. First published in 1972 by Nord-Süd Verlag under the German title 'Zwei Esel und eine Brücke'. First impression with no further impressions stated. In the publisher's original laminated boards. No dust wrapper, as issued. Illustrated throughout by Welsh artist, Ralph Steadman. Steadman illustrated many classic titles, including Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, Orwell's Nineteen Eighty-Four and is perhaps best known for his longtime collaborative relationship with Hunter S. Thompson. A political fable telling the story of two young boys who build a bridge to connect their villages. In the publisher's original laminated boards. Externally in lovely condition with just minor bumping to extremities. The odd light handling mark to the boards. Internally firmly bound. Pages bright and clean. Grading: NEAR FINE.