The Birthday Book

Morpurgo, Michael; Blake, Quentin (Signed bookplate)

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ISBN 10: 0224083600 ISBN 13: 9780224083607

Published by Jonathan Cape, 2008

Language: English

Condition: Used - Fine Hardcover

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First edition thus of this collection of colour illustrated 29 children's stories with a range of illustrators, including Posy Simmonds, John Lawrence, Michael Foreman, Quentin Blake, David Gentleman, Mick Manning. Hardback book, p.326, size: 20 x 26 cm, foreword by HRH Prince of Wales (now King Charles) and celebrating the work of The Prince's Foundation for Children and the Arts. Complete in dustjacket, not price clip. There is a bookplate SIGNED by Michael Morpurgo laid in at the front end paper. Both the book and is dustjacket are in fine condition; a nice copy.

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Title

The Birthday Book

Publisher

Jonathan Cape

Publication Date

2008

Language

English

ISBN 10

0224083600

ISBN 13

9780224083607

Binding

Hardcover

Illustrator

Various

Edition

1st Edition

Printing

1st Printing

Condition

Fine

Dust Jacket Condition

Fine

Signed

Signed by Author(s)

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A commemorative first edition book marking the Prince of Wales' 60th birthday on November 14, 2008.

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"This is an expectional collection, with especially fine contributions . . . Superbly presented, with the quirky genius of Blake everywhere" -- Amanda Craig * The Times * "Many well-loved artists and writers have created all sorts of birthdays - magical, adventurous, mysterious, poetic, joyful and inspiring - just like real life. All royalties from this book go straight to support children who need it most - so buy a copy, enjoy reading and rereading it and feel good to have helped others less fortunate" * Carousel * "A beautifully put together collection" -- Charlie Higson * Mail on Sunday * "A timeless treasure" * Irish Examiner * "A great way to introduce children to some of the classics" * Junior *

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