Fables for Our Time and Famous Poems Illustrated
by James Thurber
"Fables for Our Time and Famous Poems Illustrated" by James Thurber, Blue Ribbon Books, 1943 Reprint Edition. Hardcover in good condition with a worn dust jacket. Features Thurber's humorous take on classic fables and poems, complete with his own illustrations. A valuable edition for collectors of 20th-century humor and illustrated works.
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The book is in good condition with a worn dust jacket that has minor edge tears. The binding is intact, and the pages show typical aging for a book of this era. The illustrations and text remain clear and vibrant.
About This Vintage 1943 Edition
"Fables for Our Time and Famous Poems Illustrated" by James Thurber is a reprint edition published by Blue Ribbon Books in 1943 in Garden City, New York. This edition features Thurber's unique blend of humor and wit, as he reimagines classic fables and poems with his own illustrations. Known for his work in "The New Yorker," Thurber brings his characteristic style to this collection, making it a delightful read for fans of satire and illustrated literature. This specific edition, while not a first, is a 1943 reprint, making it a valuable find for collectors of mid-20th-century humor and illustration. The book is in hardcover format, and despite some wear on the dust jacket, it remains intact, preserving the charm of Thurber's illustrations and prose.
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