Places to go, things to do, people to meet, and other illustrated essentials of daily living.
I found a few different examples of Hansel and Gretel illustrations, and I just wanted to share them because they are so sweet. First, we have this illustration from "Favorite Bedtime Stories" illustrated by Miss Elliott, from 1943: Eloise Wilkin's illustrations in this Little Golden Book: And another Little Golden Book, this one also from 1943, and illustrated by Erika Weihs: Look at the cute little house, and the smiling sun on the title page! I love it. (Finding these has given me an idea: How about a Tim Burton version of Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm's original story - you know, a live-action fantasy type of thing like Alice In Wonderland? Although it doubtless would not be a saccharine-sweetened version of the story like those in these vintage books, it sounds like a good idea to me!)
Little Golden Book, 1950. Written by Katherine B. Jackson, illustrated by Richard Scarry.
This Little Golden Book, Little Cottontail, is copyright 1960, when it sold for 29¢. The book tells the story of a young cottontail rabbit who is learning what it takes to grow up and be a big cottontail. He learns about leaving the nest, washing himself, how to find the foods big rabbits eat, and especially how to watch out for foxes. The author is Carl Memling. The gorgeous vintage illustrations are by Lilian Obligado. A special note on the book's copyright page notes: "Lilian Obligado was so enchanted with Carl Memling's LITTLE COTTONTAIL that she bought herself a rabbit. The two became great friends, and Miss Obligado's obvious enjoyment of her pet is clearly seen in these charming pictures. We hope that Little Cottontail will make many more new friends through this Little Golden Book." This book is pre-owned but is in very good shape. None of the pages are missing or even loose, though there is some tanning on the pages with white backgrounds. The only real flaw is that the classic Little Golden Book gold binding is missing and the staples are visible. The book has had some wear from handling, but overall it is in great condition for its age. The colors throughout are clear and bright, and the cover is still glossy. This is the standard Little Golden Book size of 6 5/8 inches across and 8 inches tall. It has 12 pages not counting the front and back covers. The back cover features advertising for seven De Luxe Little Golden Books: The Golden Treasury of Natural History; Walt Disney's People and Places; The World's Great Religions; Illustrated Golden Dictionary; The Story of Geology; The World of Science; and The Golden Treasury of Poetry. The book was found by me in the actual attic of a non-smoking New Hampshire home. It is a found object and therefore being offered in "as-is" condition.
*Little Golden Book of Hymns (1947)Collected by Elsa Jane WernerIllustrated by Corinne Malvern **********************Songs in this lovely little book include: All Things Bright and Beautiful Away i…
I Can Fly- By Ruth Krauss Pictures by Mary Blair. Bought at thrift store. Circa 1950
Places to go, things to do, people to meet, and other illustrated essentials of daily living.
Places to go, things to do, people to meet, and other illustrated essentials of daily living.
Book is by Margaret Wise Brown and illustrations are by Lilian Obligado.
Places to go, things to do, people to meet, and other illustrated essentials of daily living.
Places to go, things to do, people to meet, and other illustrated essentials of daily living.
Places to go, things to do, people to meet, and other illustrated essentials of daily living.
The exhibit spans 65 years of the beloved children's book series.
Places to go, things to do, people to meet, and other illustrated essentials of daily living.
Places to go, things to do, people to meet, and other illustrated essentials of daily living.
Places to go, things to do, people to meet, and other illustrated essentials of daily living.
Places to go, things to do, people to meet, and other illustrated essentials of daily living.
If you were a fan of “The Poky Little Puppy” and “Mother Goose” growing up, you might be curious to learn about the history behind these sweet children’s
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A quick one for today: Wyler, Rose. Illustrated by Gergely, Tibor. My Little Golden Book about the Sky. New York: Simon and Schuster. (22 p.) 21 cm. A very basic book about the sky, Moon, planets, and stars. Illustrations of the Earth from space, surface of the Moon, a rocket on the Moon, the solar systems. Very nice paintings and a striking cover. I just purchased some of the original art to this book:
The Golden Book of 365 Stories Kathryn Jackson ~ pictures Richard Scarry ~ Golden Press, 1955 As I mentioned before , one Goodwill that...
Sharing recent farmhouse finds that bring charm and warmth to your decor, including ironstone, cows, and worn wooden things.
Last page of the Little Golden Book edition of the "Three Little Kittens." Illustration by MASHA; Golden Press; NY, 1942 printing.
Sold in supermarkets for just 25 cents, these inexpensive picture books — with cheerful illustrations and golden spines — were designed to democratize the children's book market.
Little golden book land, a magical place--Cover
So Big is a Little Golden Book written by Esther Wilkin and illustrated by Eloise Wilkin. The book was first published in 1968. The book is about a young toddler teaching her doll "so big" in comparison to small animals, etc.
Ex Libris Anonymous creates handmade journals from vintage books.
Endpapers to Uncle Wiggily. 1953. You know you want to write your name there, don't you?
When the Western Publishing Company debuted the first Little Golden Books in 1942, success was immediate. The books were affordable to make, consumed minimal pa
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Little Golden Book, 1954. Illustrated by J. P. Miller. Check out my blog to read more about J. P. Miller.
