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First Edition. First Printing. This First Issue dustjacket with NO Caldecott seal and "No. 5671A" code printed on bottom flap has minor wear to the spine. This ORIGINAL dustjacket has the $1.50 printed price present with light wear to the edges. The book is in nice condition. The binding is tight with a hint of wear to the edges. The pages are clean with the exception of some discoloration to the inside endpaper. There is NO writing, marks or bookplates in the book. A lovely copy in collector's condition.

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.