Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep

The hardcover is in fair condition with notable wear. The dust jacket exhibits edge wear and small tears, indicative of its age. The binding remains intact, and the pages are clean, albeit slightly yellowed with time. No inscriptions or library markings are present, maintaining the book's original integrity.

"Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep" by Ludwig Bemelmans, published by The Viking Press in New York, 1944, is a hardcover edition of this notable work. Bemelmans, best known for his "Madeline" series, offers a narrative rich in his signature style. The copyright page indicates earlier copyrights in 1942 and 1943, but this specific edition was printed in 1944. The book was produced in compliance with wartime conservation orders, adding historical context to this edition. This novel is a fine example of Bemelmans' work outside of children's literature. The dust jacket, though worn with edge wear and small tears, retains its vibrant illustration. This edition is a significant find for collectors interested in mid-20th-century literature or Bemelmans' broader oeuvre.