The Gold Rush 1944 book Illustrated LYND WARD by Author May McNeer Hardcover

Description: The Gold Rush 1944 book Illustrated LYND WARD by Author May McNeer Hardcover Classic Children's Books from Saturday's Toys presents... a vintage 1944 issue of the illustrated children's book, The Gold Rush Written by author May McNeer and illustrated by Lynd Ward. The book provides a fictionalized account of the California Gold Rush in 1848. Published by Artists & Writers Guild, Inc. / Grosset & Dunlap, New York Scarce in any condition and this First Edition (unstated) remains in excellent condition; sharp corners; clean throughout. Gibraltar Library Binding has keep the book in pristine condition. Measures approx. 7 5/8" x 10.25" Author: May McNeer (1902 - 1994); graduated in 1926 from Columbia School of Journalism and soon married Lynd Kendall Ward. Many of McNeer's books were illustrated by her husband, as Lynd Ward. Illustrator: Lynd Kendall Ward (1905 - 1985); Ward illustrated books for children and adults for more than five decades. He was known as an author and printmaker, as well as a free-lance artist. After graduating from Columbia University in 1926, Ward continued his studies at the Academy of Graphic Arts in Leipzig, Germany. While he was there, he discovered a book that told a complete story in woodcuts by Belgian artist Frans Masereel. Ward's interpretations essentially revived the art form. In 1929, his first book was published, "God's Man," a novel in woodcuts, the first of its kind. Ward's woodcuts were later collected by Graham Nash and rock legend Mick Jagger even used Ward's woodcut from "God's Man" for the inner sleeve of his album "She's the Boss" (1985). Ward's pioneer style is sometimes said to be inspired by art created for Walter Knott at Knott's Berry Farm in Buena Park, California by artist Paul von Klieben (1891 – 1953) An exceptional book as interpreted by one of the 20th century's great artists and illustrators. Book measures approx. 7.25" x 9" Book remains in very good condition with wear noted to edges and corners. Includes original dust jacket, worn at edges and corners; with approx. 1" x 2.25" missing from upper left corner of front cover; and approx. 1" x 1" missing from lower edge of center. Still, the dust jacket is difficult to find in better condition; and is nicely protected with removable clear mylar cover. About Us Combined Shipping Available Saturday’s Toys and Collectibles was founded in 1994 by Southern California author and media historian, Dave Mason. Soon after eBay's launch the following year, Saturday's Toys was among the first online specialists to strategize in embracing this rapidly developing technology. Having delivered over 16,000 coveted treasures since that time, Saturday's Toys is pleased to partner with researchers and collectors throughout the globe. Today, online offerings of archival keepsakes are presented in celebration of the times that allow for family, friends and neighbors to join in memorable gatherings that nurture the strong connections that bind a community together. These treasures are affectionately represented by "Saturday's Toys." In that light we present our adopted motto (with a nod to the Sherman Brothers): "Oh, let's go fly a kite!" We are glad to combine shipping for multiple purchases in order to reduce costs whenever possible. Simply let us know before processing payment for the items selected and we'll be glad to revise and forward a final invoice to reflect the combined shipping price. This usually works most effectively when combining flat paper items (postcards, newsletters, ephemera, etc.) but we'll do our best to make any combined purchase provide your best value for shipping.

Price: 29 USD

Location: Bakersfield, California

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