Goodnight Moon, First Edition, Early Printing, 1962

Regular price £185.00

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Goodnight Moon.
Written by Margaret Wise Brown.
Pictures by Clement Hurd. 
Originally published in 1947 by Harper & Brothers.
This first edition, early printing was published in the early 1960s.
Binding: Hardback. Bound in publisher's glazed pictorial boards with a green cloth spine. 
Condition: VG+. Some rubbing to cover edges but otherwise clean and bright. No annotations or inscriptions.
Price: £185

A rare first edition, early printing of Goodnight Moon by Margaret Wise Brown, the cherished childhood classic that centres on themes of home, comfort and familiarity. Brought to life with Clement Hurd’s unforgettable illustrations, Goodnight Moon has resonated with young readers and adults for generations, and will continue to for countless more. 

This first edition, early printing by Harper & Row in New York is in great condition, with the 1947 date present on the title page. Goodnight Moon was originally published in 1947 by Harper & Brothers, so the addition of "Row" dates this book to being published in 1962 or possibly 1963.

A gentle, lullaby of a bedroom story, in first edition. And a special present for a new baby, child, godchild or loved one.