Labominable bonhomme de neige et autres histoires de Marvin Gray 1961 1ère édition HCDJ 2024

The Abominable Snowman and Other Stories

By Marvin M. Gray

Illustrated by Cleve Gray

Vantage Press, 1961 (First Edition)

Condition:

•Dust Jacket: Present but with noticeable wear, including creasing, chipping, and small tears along the edges. Still retains its original artwork and text, offering an authentic presentation despite the wear.

•Cover: Bright blue cloth boards with crisp white lettering on the spine. Minimal rubbing to corners and edges, retaining a sharp and clean aesthetic.

•Text Block: Toned with age, as expected for a book of this vintage. Library markings (“Aptos High School Library, Aptos, California”) are present but do not detract from readability. Free of tears or other significant damage.

•Illustrations: Features charming and whimsical line drawings by Cleve Gray, a noted artist whose work is in major museums, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Description:

This is a scarce first edition of The Abominable Snowman and Other Stories, a delightful collection of children's tales written by Marvin M. Gray and illustrated by his brother, Cleve Gray. The stories feature imaginative adventures, including encounters with Yetis, wood elves, and other fantastical beings, paired with thought-provoking moral lessons for young readers and their parents.

A unique foreword by Edmund G. Brown, Governor of California, highlights the book's appeal as a tool to strengthen family bonds through shared storytelling. Each story is accompanied by its own illustration, adding visual charm to the engaging narratives.

Notable Features:

•First edition with a foreword emphasizing family values.

•Includes a table of contents listing 22 unique stories, from The Abominable Snowman to Mother's Day.

•An important piece of mid-20th-century juvenile literature, blending whimsy and moral teachings.

•Authored by Marvin M. Gray, a journalist and political commentator, and illustrated by Cleve Gray, a painter with works housed in prominent galleries.

Additional Notes:

This volume is an excellent example of early 1960s children's literature, reflecting a cultural moment of family-oriented storytelling and Cold War-era values. The dust jacket wear and library markings are consistent with its age and prior institutional use but do not obscure its collectible value. A gem for bibliophiles and collectors of rare children's books.

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