Description
For sale: a Rare and Exceptional First Edition, later printing hardcover copy of Jumanji by Chris Van Allsburg. First Edition unstated, 1981 Houghton Mifflin. Later Printing with high number line.
The book is in Near Fine condition with clean, bright boards with no fading, strong title gilt on the sunned spine and front board, clean page blocks, tight binding, mild spine tilt, lightly rolled spine ends, mild edge wear, and strong corners. The interior of the book is also in Near Fine condition with no marks, inscriptions, or other signs of ownership inside. The end papers and the interior pages are clean and bright, making it an excellent addition to any collection.
The dust jacket is in Fair to Good condition with surface abrasions, heavy edge wear, and several tears on the top spine that are repaired with acid-free tape. This is the second issue jacket with the metallic Caldecott Medal sticker and a $17.95 price intact on the front flap. Looks good in a new Brodart archival wrap.
This picture book classic from Chris Van Allsburg has been honored with many awards, including the Caldecott Medal. The surreal story also became the basis of multiple blockbuster film adaptations.
This story about a game that comes startlingly to life is a family favorite that inspires imagination and explores the ever-shifting line between fantasy and reality.
Ships promptly in corrugated mailer with book wrapped in both craft paper and multiple layers of bubble wrap.
