The Cruise of Mr. Christopher Columbus. A Really Truly Story
New York: Stein and Day, 1959. Illustrated by Lowitz, Anson. Hardcover.
Signed by Author and Illustrator in ink on the 'ownership' page.
Bindings are tight and square. Text clean, light even toningwith some finger spotting. Moderate shelf handling wear. Covers have soiling. Oblong, 8.25 by 7 inches; 79 unnumbered pages. Illustrations in b/w from woodcuts.
Ref. OCLC, 429578673; Hathi
An illustrated biography of Columbus that relates how he developed an interest in sailing and describes the journey that resulted in the discovery of America and proof that the world was round.
First published in 1932 and has remained popular for decades. The book was said to make 'history human, understandable and absorbing to inquisitive youngsters and its amusing illustrations and pertinent text is sure to entertain parents almost as much as their youthful audience.'
Item #013496
Price: $24.00
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