The Christopher Robin Story Book – First Edition

Author: A. A. Milne
Illustrated By: Ernest Shepard
Price: £1250.00
Publisher: Methuen, London, UK
Publication Date: 1928
Format: Original cloth gilt. Dustwrapper
Condition: Near fine, tight, clean copy in a near fine dustwrapper
Size: 14cm x 19.8cm
Pages: xii + 171 + ads

Description:

“The Christopher Robin Story Book” is a compilation from A. A. Milne, bringing together selections from all four beloved Winnie the Pooh stories. This first edition, published in 1928, features the timeless illustrations of Ernest Shepard, capturing the essence of the Hundred Acre Wood and its delightful inhabitants. The book is in near fine condition, with a neat ink name and date from 1929 and occasional slight foxing in a dustwrapper that, despite a small chip to the head of the spine and a 4cm closed tear on the rear panel, remains exceptionally clean and bright. This edition is scarce, especially in such lovely condition.

The Story:

This anthology provides a wonderful overview of Christopher Robin’s adventures, showcasing Milne’s ability to blend whimsy with profound life lessons. It is an ideal introduction to the enchanted world of Pooh and his friends for newcomers, while offering a nostalgic journey for those revisiting the stories.

Condition Details:

• Binding: Nice and tight and very bright and clean.
• Pages: Mostly very nice and clean, with occasional slight foxing.
• Dustwrapper: Near fine with a small chip at the spine’s head and a closed tear on the rear panel but remains very bright and clean.

Key Features:

• Historical Significance: This book provides a snapshot of the iconic Winnie the Pooh series.
• Collector’s Item: Its scarcity, particularly in such fine condition, enhances its appeal as a collector’s item.
• Illustrations: Ernest Shepard’s fine illustrations throughout the book add immense artistic value.

Why Collect This Edition?

Finding “The Christopher Robin Story Book” first edition in such lovely condition is difficult. It’s thin, white, fragile dustwrapper is prone to grubbiness and this copy is especially bright and clean.

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