The Precious Moments Story: The Life and Work of Samuel J. Butcher

The book is a hardcover in good condition, with a solid binding and clean pages. The cover shows minor wear consistent with age, but there are no significant marks or damage. The dust jacket condition is unknown, and the book does not contain any inscriptions or signatures. This edition is not an ex-library copy, ensuring it is free from library markings or stamps.

"The Precious Moments Story: The Life and Work of Samuel J. Butcher" is a first edition, first printing published by Portfolio Press Corporation in 1986. This hardcover edition, printed and bound by Amilcare Pizzi in Milan, Italy, offers a detailed biography of Samuel J. Butcher, the creative mind behind the beloved Precious Moments figurines. The book provides an in-depth look into Butcher's artistic journey and the cultural impact of his work. This edition is distinguished by its status as a collector's edition, making it a valuable item for enthusiasts of Precious Moments collectibles. The book is not signed and shows no signs of being an ex-library copy. It is printed in New York, with distribution also in Toronto and London. The condition of the dust jacket is not provided, but the book itself is in good physical condition, with a sturdy binding and clean interior pages.