Arabskii gorod [Arabian town].

£1,500 · Offered by Shapero Rare Books

A notably fine copy of Arabskii Gorod, a scarce Soviet children's book criticising British colonial rule in the Middle East. The illustrations depict young Arabs protesting against Imperialism and a manager taking military action against striking port workers. WorldCat locates just three copies: at the NYPL, Columbia University and the University of Washington. First edition; oblong 8vo (22.5 cm x 19 cm); 15pp., colour illustrations throughout, original illustrated wrappers, a fine copy.

• Binding: Hardcover

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