1977 The Family Minus, Hardcover. Measures about 7.25" by 9". Good condition. Has some orange staining on a few pages. No dust cover.
Step into the imaginative world of Fernando Krahn with this 1977 hardcover edition of "The Family Minus." This delightful Parents' Magazine Press release follows the adventures of a family of inventive opossums whose lives are made "unusually" exciting by the various gadgets and contraptions built by their mother. Measuring 7.25 by 9 inches, the landscape format allows Krahn’s detailed, vibrant watercolors and intricate line work to take center stage, making it a masterpiece of Mid-Century inspired children's illustration.
This volume is in good vintage condition, possessing the sturdy, "reinforced" binding common to quality children's books of the 70s. While it is offered without its original dust jacket, the cover art remains bright and engaging. Notably, a few interior pages show some orange "foxing" or age-related staining—a common trait in vintage paper caused by oxidation or minor dampness in the past. This organic spotting serves as a hallmark of its history, adding a storied, "Cottagecore" feel to the book. It is a wonderful find for collectors of eccentric children's literature or those seeking to add a touch of nostalgic whimsy to a Dark Academia-style library.
This item is vintage, over 45 years old.
