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FIRST EDITION, illustrations throughout, two early leaves with some faint tiny droplet stains, pp. [viii], 184, crown 8vo, original sage-green cloth with title stamped in blue and black to upper board, backstrip lettered in blue and black, gentlest of knocks to top corner of lower board, a couple of tiny faint specks to upper board, illustrated blue endpapers with faint trace of label removal to front pastedown (but no abrasion), first issue dustjacket, the backstrip panel slightly browned with very shallow chipping at tips, very good. An excellent copy of an enchanting and enduring work for children.

"Charlotte's Web" is the story of a young pig named Wilbur who is saved from the fate of being slaughtered by the clever weaving of a spider named Charlotte. Written by E.B. White and published in 1952 by Harper & Brothers, it's a compelling children's novel that showcases the values of friendship and compassion. Over the years, it has become one of the most acclaimed children's books of all time, frequently taught in schools and cherished by readers of all ages.