The Very Hungry Caterpillar
The Very Hungry Caterpillar
Carle, Eric. NY: World, 1969. Oblong 4to. First edition. Color pictorial cloth.
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The Very Hungry Caterpillar tops at least two lists: one of the most popular children's books ever written and one of the scarcest first editions to locate. Those of you who have visited the Wonderland100 before know that we almost never offer books without their original dust jackets (if so published). But here we're making an exception. The rarity of this title means that ANY first edition copy is collectible and desirable. Lacking the original dust jacket, but in About VG+ condition with a bit of exterior wear and soiling and a previous owner's name written on the inside front cover. Internally About Fine with spectacular illustrations, die-cut holes, and pages of varying sizes.