The Disciple and Other Poems (First Edition. Association Copy of Maurice Sendak.)
London: Strahan, 1867. First Edition. Hardcover. FIRST EDITION, 1867. This book comes from the library of Maurice Sendak. Sendak was a prominent author and illustrator of children's books best known for his book "Where the Wild Things Are". He was a recipient of the Hans Christian Anderson Award for his lasting contribution to children's literature. Sendak was a collector of George MacDonald books. This book contains Maurice Sendak's bookplate. Original brown cloth boards speckled with red. There is an anchor device in the center of the front board and a floral device in each corner. 332 pp. plus 4 pages of ads. Shaberman 34. Spine has been nicely repaired. Condition is VG with just general wear. No owner's name other than the Sendak bookplate. Shelley and Son Books specializes in C.S. Lewis, J.R.R. Tolkien & the Inklings. Full refund if not satisfied. Very Good.
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