Description: With Proof And Original DrawingHAPPY BIRTHDAY, DEAR DUCKBy Jan Brett(1988)Signed first printing, with additional publisher's proof, of this Southwestern birthday extravaganza, in which little DUCK's friends throw him a party befitting a waterfowl - with original drawing by Jan Brett.Fine in near fine dust jacket with near fine proof. Jan Brett's rich, detailed (and often wintery) picture books are a bedtime staple. She had artistic aspirations for almost as long as she could remember: "From the time I was in kindergarten, I knew I wanted to be a children's book illustrator," she told the PORTSMOUTH HERALD in 2015. Brett's books frequently appear on the NEW YORK TIMES bestseller list, and in many fond childhood memories. New York: Clarion Books, (1988). 8.5'' x 8.75'' (book); 8.5'' x 8.5'' (proof). Original color pictorial boards. Original unclipped ($13.95) color pictorial dust jacket. Illustrated in color. Unpaginated. Signed by Brett to half-title page, with original drawing of a cactus. Proof two unbound gatherings illustrated in color, in dust jacket. Proof with light edgewear. Book jacket with a hint of edgewear, small price sticker to rear. Clean and bright. Type Punch Matrix Type Punch Matrix is a rare book firm founded by Rebecca Romney and Brian Cassidy. Between them, they bring over 30 years of experience in the antiquarian book trade. TPM sells a mixture of beloved classics and innovative texts from throughout print history, for collectors and institutions alike. Handpress and modern books, archives and manuscripts, letterpress and ephemera: TPM aims to make collecting both more accessible and more diverse, and believes in the mindful acquisition, preservation, and celebration of the materials of our literary cultures. Proud member of the Antiquarian Booksellers Association of American (ABAA), the International League of Antiquarian Booksellers (ILAB), and the International Online Booksellers Association (IOBA). Guarantee We guarantee the accuracy and authenticity of all our listings. "First edition" always means first printing unless otherwise indicated. Items may be returned for any reason within 30 days, through prior arrangement, and in original condition. Maryland residents must add 6% sales tax. Shipping We pride ourselves on our packaging. All books are carefully packed to help ensure safe arrival in condition sent. We use new boxes, with not a single bubble envelope to be found in our shipping room. We ship most packages via USPS media mail and include delivery confirmation at no additional charge. Delivery typically takes 5-10 days, but may be longer, especially during the holidays. Orders are shipped within two business days. Priority USPS, UPS, and Fed-Ex services are available on request; please inquire for a specific quote. We combine shipping on items purchased at the same time. If you check out immediately and are overcharged for shipping during checkout, we will issue you a prompt refund, once actual shipping costs are known. International shipping is available, and we are happy to ship to our international customers. Please contact is BEFORE PURCHASING for an exact quote.This listing was created by Bibliopolis.
Price: 83 USD
Location: Silver Spring, Maryland
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Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
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Author: Brett, Jan
Publisher: Clarion Books
Year Printed: 1988
Special Attributes: 1st Edition, Dust Jacket, Signed
Language: English
Original/Facsimile: Original
