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Pictorial boards and black cloth spine. Author, title, and publisher in white lettering along spine. There is some wear along the lower edges, only minor wear to the upper. The corners are lightly bumped and with some wear. Bumps to the spine ends. The interior is free from names or markings but for a tiny stain of about 1/8" to the rear free endpaper. The dust jacket has chips to the corners and spine ends. There is a 1" tear along with an associated crease to the upper, rear edge. Other lesser chips and shorter tears to the edges. The lower, front corner of the front flap is clipped. Light soiling. To the lower, front flap there is the proper first edition code of 30-60, No. 5671A and to the lower, rear flap of No. 5672A. ; 24mo 5" - 6" tall.

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.