1963 Alice in Wonderland to Read Aloud, Softcover. Adapted and abridged by Oscar Weigle. Story by Lewis Carroll. Illustrated by Sergio Leone. Measures about 8" by 5". 159 pages. Good condition. Shows a little age.
Tumble down the rabbit hole with this delightful 1963 softcover edition of Alice in Wonderland, specifically adapted and abridged for the "Read Aloud" series by Wonder Books. This 159-page volume, adapted by Oscar Weigle, was designed to capture the nonsensical brilliance of Lewis Carroll’s original 1865 masterpiece while making it accessible for parents to share with their children in manageable nightly chapters. What makes this particular edition a standout for collectors is the whimsical illustration work of Sergio Leone (not to be confused with the film director), whose mid-century artistic style brings a colorful, slightly stylized energy to the residents of Wonderland. The "Read Aloud" series was a staple of mid-20th-century American childhoods, known for its sturdy paper quality and engaging layouts that encouraged early literacy.
Measuring approximately 8 inches by 5 inches, this book is in good condition, possessing that wonderful nostalgic scent and slight paper patina that only comes with sixty years of history. It serves as a perfect piece for styling a "dark academia" library or adding a touch of "vintage cottagecore" charm to a nursery bookshelf. The vibrant cover art also makes it an excellent choice for a tiered-tray display or a flat-lay photography prop for social media. Whether you are a dedicated collector of "Alice" ephemera or a parent looking to introduce the Queen of Hearts and the Cheshire Cat to a new generation through an authentic vintage lens, this 1963 edition is a heartwarming piece of literary history.
This item is vintage, over 60 years old.
