Teresita of the Valley Florence Crannell Means 1943 Houghton Mifflin DJ Illus

by Florence Crannell Means

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This is a 1943 first edition hardcover of "Teresita of the Valley" by Florence Crannell Means, published by Houghton Mifflin Company in Cambridge. This charming children's novel explores Mexican American culture and identity through the story of a young girl navigating life in California's agricultural valley. The book features beautiful color illustrations by Nicholas Panesis, including the striking cover artwork depicting a Mexican dancer in traditional dress with a vibrant red and white striped skirt. The Riverside Press Cambridge imprint indicates this is a quality Houghton Mifflin production from their prestigious line. Florence Crannell Means was a respected author of multicultural children's literature, known for her sensitive portrayals of diverse American experiences. This particular work addresses themes of cultural heritage, family, and belonging that remain relevant today. The book retains its original dust jacket, which shows age-appropriate wear including edge chipping, creasing, and some soiling. Despite these condition issues typical of an 80-year-old dust jacket, it remains complete and displayable. The underlying hardcover book is in good condition with tight binding and clean interior pages. This is an increasingly scarce title from a notable author, representing an important piece of mid-20th century children's literature that celebrated cultural diversity. The combination of Means' storytelling and Panesis' artwork makes this a desirable collectible for t

• Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Company Cambridge
• Year: 1943
• Condition: Fair

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