First edition, first printing. Original pictorial boards, in dustwrapper. Illustrated throughout in colour by Quentin Blake. A very good copy, the binding square and firm, with a small nick to the top edge of both boards and two thin abrasions to the upper board. The contents are clean and bright throughout and without stamps or inscriptions. Complete with the lightly rubbed and creased dustwrapper which is lightly toned at the extremities. Not price-clipped (20s on the front flap).
The third picture book both written and illustrated by Blake. The story of a young Italian gymnast.
Stock code: 26171
£40