1937 Sing a Song of Safety First Ed Rose O'Neill Illustrated Red Comb Binding

Name: 1937 Sing a Song of Safety First Ed Rose O'Neill Illustrated Red Comb Binding
Price: 49.95 USD
Availability: InStock
Author: Irving Caesar

by Irving Caesar

$50 · Offered by eBay

First edition

Item Description Overview: This is an exceptionally clean, true 1937 first printing of Irving Caesar’s iconic children's book, "Sing a Song of Safety." Special Variant: This scarce copy features the striking and uncommon original red plastic comb binding. Contributors: Features full sheet music by Gerald Marks and whimsical illustrations by Kewpie creator Rose O'Neill. Historical Significance: Published directly out of Irving Caesar's legendary 1619 Broadway office in New York City. Authenticity Markers: The copyright page bears the authentic Roman numeral MCMXXXVII (1937) date, the original US spiral binding patent numbers, and the ASCAP seal. Detailed Condition Report Overall Grade: Very Good+ / Near Fine Vintage Condition. Exterior Cover: The bright yellow covers are remarkably crisp and vibrant with excellent color retention, extremely minimal shelf wear, and virtually no corner bumping. Binding Integrity: The original red comb binding is fully intact, flexible, and completely free of cracks or missing teeth. Interior Pages: The pages are crisp, clean, bright, and completely unmarked with no writing, owner names, foxing, or structural blemishes. Inscriptions: Features the standard printed introduction signature only; there are no personal or aftermarket ink inscriptions. Shipping & Packaging Service: Shipped securely via USPS Media Mail, with optional upgrades to Priority Shipping available at checkout. Protection: Packaged completely flat between heavy corrugated cardboa

Publisher: Abrams, Inc.
Year: 1937
Condition: Very Good

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