Robinson, Gertrude

Bringing Up Raffles [Signed - Author's Personal Copy]

New York: E. P. Dutton & Co, 1940. Illustrated by Latimer, Glenna M. First Edition, First Printing. Hardcover with Dust Jacket,

Author Signed with the Inscription ‘Personal Copy’

Deep red cloth with front titles and decoration in black; decorated endpages; with pictorial dust jacket; 10.25 inches tall; 11-53 [2] pages; illustrated in b/w by Glenna M. Latimer. 

No Flaws or Blemishes but minimal shelf handling; The bindings are tight and square. Text is clean, hint of even age-toning; Faint inked name in the gutter of the front free end page. The first-printing dust jacket has the price of $1.50 and is evenly age-toned with top edge wear with small loss at the top of the spine; now in a new protective Mylar sleeve.

A delightful children's story that follows the adventures of a spirited cocker spaniel puppy named Raffles. The writing style is engaging and accessible, capturing the innocence of childhood through the eyes of a curious puppy, his early experiences, focusing on his playful antics and the lessons he learns as he grows up.

The story emphasizes themes of curiosity, responsibility, and the joys of companionship, making it an enjoyable read for young readers. The book is complemented by illustrations by Glenna M. Latimer, which bring Raffles’ adventures to life with vibrant detail. [Adapted from Reviews]

Subjects: Pets, Cocker Spaniels, Childhood Adventures, Responsibility, Children's Fiction, Animal Stories.

Item #20639

Price: $145.00