1983 Random House Book of Poetry for Children
$24.99
1983 The Random House Book of Poetry for Children, Hardcover. Measures 11" by 8". 248 pages. Good condition. Shows age and use. Has writing on the inside cover.
This enchanting treasury represents a landmark collaboration in 1980s children's literature, bringing together the rhythmic curation of Jack Prelutsky and the legendary illustrations of Arnold Lobel. The dust jacket is a soft cream canvas, adorned with Lobel’s unmistakable pencil and wash technique, featuring whimsical creatures and floral architectural details that invite immediate wonder. It serves as a comprehensive collection of over five hundred poems, making it a foundational piece for any nursery or private library.
The gentle, muted color palette and storybook aesthetic reflect a classic era of publishing, offering a tactile and visual experience that digital media simply cannot replicate. This volume is an ideal addition to a Country and Farmhouse or Minimalist nursery, where its timeless cover art can be displayed as a piece of functional decor. It also makes a thoughtful gift for an educator or a nostalgic collector of Caldecott-winning illustrators. Whether tucked into a cozy reading nook or styled on a low bookshelf alongside vintage plush toys, this anthology remains a cornerstone of poetic discovery for the young and the young at heart.
This item is vintage, over 40 years old. All measurements are close but approximate. I measure in quarter inches.
This enchanting treasury represents a landmark collaboration in 1980s children's literature, bringing together the rhythmic curation of Jack Prelutsky and the legendary illustrations of Arnold Lobel. The dust jacket is a soft cream canvas, adorned with Lobel’s unmistakable pencil and wash technique, featuring whimsical creatures and floral architectural details that invite immediate wonder. It serves as a comprehensive collection of over five hundred poems, making it a foundational piece for any nursery or private library.
The gentle, muted color palette and storybook aesthetic reflect a classic era of publishing, offering a tactile and visual experience that digital media simply cannot replicate. This volume is an ideal addition to a Country and Farmhouse or Minimalist nursery, where its timeless cover art can be displayed as a piece of functional decor. It also makes a thoughtful gift for an educator or a nostalgic collector of Caldecott-winning illustrators. Whether tucked into a cozy reading nook or styled on a low bookshelf alongside vintage plush toys, this anthology remains a cornerstone of poetic discovery for the young and the young at heart.
This item is vintage, over 40 years old. All measurements are close but approximate. I measure in quarter inches.