Charlotte's Web
New York: Harper & Brothers Publishers, 1952. First Edition, First Printing. First edition, first printing - with "FIRST EDITION I-B" stated on the copyright page. Measuring approximately 8.25 x 5.75", with 184 numbered pages.
This book is in very good plus condition. Minor wear to the original cloth boards. No previous ownership names or bookplates. The corner at the bottom of page 177/178 is torn off. Otherwise, this is a very well preserved copy.
It tells the story of a livestock pig named Wilbur and his friendship with a barn spider named Charlotte. When Wilbur is in danger of being slaughtered, Charlotte writes messages in her web praising him, such as "Some Pig", "Terrific", "Radiant", and "Humble", to persuade the farmer to let him live.
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Inventory# (Q1-1). Item #7431
Price: $450.00