Meigs, Cornelia et. al.

A Critical history of Children’s Literature. A survey of children’s books in English. Prepared in four parts. Decorations by Vera Bock.

First edition. New York, Macmillan, 1953. 24 cm. XXIVI, 624 pages. Frontispiece illustration. Original hardcover. Very good condition with only very minor signs of external wear. Spine has noticeable rubbing and a tear at its bottom. From the reference library of Hans Christian Andersen – Translator Erik Haugaard. With his Exlibris to the pastedown. With a private giftinscription to Erik Haugaard to the endpaper.

Includes for example the following sections: ‘Roots in the Past up to 1840’; ‘Widening Horizons, 1840-1890’; ‘A Rightful Heritage, 1890-1920’; and ‘The Golden Age’ 1920-1950’.

• Keywords: Catalogue Two – Children’s Books · Children’s Books Rare · Erik Haugaard Collection
• Language: English
• Inventory Number: 44657AB

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