The Bunch Book, Illus. Cecil Aldin 1932 | 1st Edition

$39.00

Author: James Douglas; illustrated by Cecil Aldin
Publisher: D. Appleton & Co., NY 1932
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Near Fine
Size: 8vo
Attributes: First Edition, Illustrated

First US edition, first printing. Dark green cloth, gilt lettering. Colour frontis and numerous in-text B/W illustration by Cecil ALdin. Previous owner gift inscription on ffep. A near Fine copy.

The Bunch Book – James Douglas, illustrated by Cecil Aldin (1932)

This charming vintage children’s book features the mischievous adventures of Bunch, a playful terrier, brought to life through Cecil Aldin’s (1870–1935) lively and expressive illustrations. Aldin, renowned for his humorous and affectionate depictions of animals, captures Bunch’s antics with warmth and wit, making this a delightful read for dog lovers and collectors of classic illustration.

For Fans of Vintage Animal Tales:

The Complete Peter Rabbit – Beatrix Potter – Another iconic British illustrator with a love for mischief.
Just So Stories – Rudyard Kipling (Illus. Joseph M. Gleeson) – Whimsical animal fables.
Dog Stories – James Herriot – Heartwarming tales of canine antics.

“Where every wag of Bunch’s tail is a tiny earthquake of joy.”