WILLIAMS, Margery; NICHOLSON, William (illus.).

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The Velveteen Rabbit. First edition. This classic tale for children "is loved by parents and teachers as a gentle introduction to the subjects of change and loss, and to the different ways there are of being 'real'. Adapted numerous times for children's theatre and animation, The Velveteen Rabbit remains Williams's most enduring work" (Grolier).The first impression is notable for the chromolithographic printing of Nicholson's illustrations. They were replaced by a cheaper process in subsequent printings, resulting in a less vibrant appearance. This copy is from the British issue, which is accepted as the true first issue. The entire edition was printed in England, and copies exported for the US issue have the stamp of George H. Doran on the title page.

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