Hansi

The book is an ex-library edition with library stamps and inscriptions. The pictorial boards are worn, with noticeable edge wear and some spine fraying. The binding remains intact, ensuring the book's structural integrity despite its age and previous usage. There is no dust jacket present.

"Hansi" by Ludwig Bemelmans, published by The Viking Press in New York, is an eighth printing from April 1966. This edition showcases Bemelmans' dual talents as both author and illustrator, offering a unique glimpse into his storytelling prowess. Known for his iconic "Madeline" series, Bemelmans brings his distinctive style to this children's picture book. The book is part of a genre that combines engaging narratives with vivid illustrations, appealing to both children and collectors of classic literature. This particular edition is an ex-library copy, marked by expected library stamps and inscriptions. The absence of a dust jacket is compensated by the charming pictorial boards, which exhibit wear indicative of its age and usage. Despite these signs of wear, this edition remains a valuable piece for enthusiasts of Bemelmans' work and collectors of mid-20th-century children's literature.