Complete Set of 7 Scholastic Lucky Mini-Books, 1972-73

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Complete Set of 7 Scholastic Lucky Mini-Books, 1972-73

$175.00

A complete set of 7 Scholastic Mini-Books. 1972-73.
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This remarkable set of seven near-miniature (3-5/8 x 2-1/2”) panoramic books was issued between 1972 and 1973 by Scholastic as premiums for multiple book orders. These concertina folded booklets are in generally Fine condition (a few with expected minor toning) and feature work by both respected children’s illustrators (Edward Gorey, Norman Bridwell, Lisl Weil) as well as some non-fiction titles that effectively capture the personalities of the time. A full list:

Clifford’s Book of Manners, by Norman Bridwell (Lucky Mini-Book #1)
Famous Authors and Artists (Lucky Mini-Book #2). Includes photos and descriptions of Maurice Sendak, Charles M. Schultz, Ruth Krauss and others.
Selections from Dippy Dos & Don’ts, by Michael Sage and Arnold Spilka (Lucky Mini-Book #3)
Jack the Giant-Killer, with Pictures by Edward Gorey (Lucky Mini-Book #4)
Who’s Who in Sports, by Herman L. Masin (Lucky Mini-Book #5). Includes photos and descriptions of Hank Aaron, Chris Evert, Mark Spitz, Joe Namath, and others.
Tongue Twisters and a Riddle, with Pictures by Bill Hogarth (Lucky Mini-Book #6)
Master of All Masters: a Folktale, by Lisa Weil (Lucky Mini-Book #7)

Extraordinarily scarce.