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New York: Harper & Brothers, 1955. First Edition. Hardcover. Very Good. First edition, first printing. Library issue with inner hinges reinforced and "Library Edition" printed on front panel of dust jacket--issued by the publisher and intended for libraries, though this is not a ex-library copy. Near Fine with light rubbing at spine ends, pages lightly thumbed and small previous owner initials inked on rear paste down. In a Very Good price clipped dust jacket, which lacks the Caldecott Medal and has the proper codes of 30-60 & No. 5671A on the front flap and No. 5672A on the rear flap; edge wear, light rubbing, chipping to spine ends with a bit of loss along the folds.

Harold and the Purple Crayon, written and illustrated by Crockett Johnson, was first published in 1955. The story is about a boy named Harold who, armed with his purple crayon, goes on a magical adventure by drawing his own world. This book is renowned for its simplicity and creativity, deeply engaging young readers' imaginations.

First editions are identified by the 'Harper & Brothers' credit on the title page and the lack of later printing indications.