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First edition, first printing. Octavo. Finely bound by the Chelsea Bindery in bright blue morocco, spider's web blocked in silver holographic foil across both boards, blue endpapers with the original spider web endpapers bound in at front, twin rule to turn-ins in silver, silver edges. Black and white illustrations in the text. A fine copy. Grolier Club, One Hundred Books Famous in Children's Literature, 92.

"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.