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First Edition "Where the Wild Things Are" by Maurice Sendak, 1963
Item Details
This first edition copy of Where the Wild Things Are by Maurice Sendak was published by Harper & Row of New York in 1963. First edition points include the Library of Congress number 63-21253 to the title page, the codes 40-80 and 1163 to the front flap of the dust jacket, the original $3.50 price to the front flap of the dust jacket, and the absence of the Caldecott Award mention to the rear flap of the dust jacket.
| Title and Author/Editor | Where the Wild Things Are (Maurice Sendak) |
| Illustrator | Maurice Sendak (American, 1928–2012) |
| Binding | One quarter cloth with illustrated paper boards |
| Dust Jacket | Yes |
| Publisher or Printer | Harper & Row |
| Publication Year | 1963 |
| Period | Vintage, Mid-20th Century, 1960s |
| Place of Publication | New York |
| Edition Statement | First Edition, First Printing |
| Language | English |
| Number of Books | 1 |
Condition
- tight binding; slightly loose hinges; light bowing, wear, and stains to boards; light rubbing to spine and edges; light page toning; discoloration, stains, and wear to dust jacket with two tears to lower front panel and clipped lower corner of the front flap.
Dimensions
0.5" W x 9.25" H x 10.25" D
Item #
ITMGD74222
