Here we have for sale a vintage & collectable "Tom Puss Tales" children`s book by Marten Toonder, it was published by "Birn Brothers Ltd" in London. The book contains short stories about Tom Puss, we think it dates from around 1948. It does not come with a dust cover
This is an hardback book with 92 pages of mostly text but there are also some drawings on the pages, there are also 16 full page colour prints in the book (see photos 5 to 9 for examples). We think all the artwork in the book was done by the books author Marten Toonder. The book measures 288mm x 215mm (see photo 4 for a size reference)
We noticed 3 flaws in the book probably done in the past by children, firstly there is a face on the front cover of the book that has had its outline gone over with an ink pen (see photo 10), secondly the first page in the book has had a shape cut into the top of it (see photo 11) the cut out shape has caused staining on the next page (see photo 12). Finally a drawing on page 16 has been coloured in (see photo 13). I guess these 3 flaws are all part of its history
Apart from the above we would say the book is in overall good complete condition for its age. The cover has some rubbing wear and fading. Has usual with old books the pages have age yellowing present plus some staining in places (see photos 14 & 15 for 2 examples)
Make sure you look at the 15 photos we have provided to view what your buying and any questions ask we are happy to answer any queries you might have about the book
It will be sent well protected in a box with parcel tracking
Have a look in our Ebay store "The Curiosity Bazaar" for loads of interesting vintage collectables including other old books. More stock is added to our store every day