May Justus Dixie Decides 1942 Random House First Printing Illus. Aldren A. Watso

by May Justus

$80 · Offered by eBay

First edition · Signed

Dixie Decides by May Justus. Illustrated by Aldren A. Watson. New York: Random House, 1942. First printing, as stated. An appealing early printing of this children’s book by May Justus, illustrated throughout by Aldren A. Watson. The book is dedicated to the Julius Rosenwald Fund, whose fellowship supported the author’s work on the title. Dark green cloth boards with gilt lettering on the spine. The book is cleanly bound and presents well, with the original illustrated title page. Interior shows age-toning and general handling wear consistent with its age, along with a few pencil/pen marks visible near the title page and spine. No dust jacket is present. Please review all photos carefully for condition and details. A desirable first printing for collectors of May Justus, mid-century children’s literature, and books reflecting American social history.

• Publisher: Random House
• Year: 1942
• Condition: Good

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