The City of Once Upon a Time: A Children's True Story of Williamsburg in Virginia

Language: English

Published by The Dietz Press, Richmond, VA, 1946

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The City of Once Upon a Time: A Children's True Story of Williamsburg in Virginia (1946 First Edition) A Charming Mid-Century Journey Through Historic Williamsburg Capture the magic of Virginia’s colonial capital through the eyes of a child with this beautiful 1946 First Edition of The City of Once Upon a Time. Written by Gilchrist Waring and published by the esteemed Dietz Press in Richmond, this book is a delightful blend of history and storytelling, making it a perfect gift for young readers or collectors of Virginiana. Key Highlights: Exquisite Illustrations: Features the distinctive and nostalgic artwork of Elmo Jones, whose sketches perfectly capture the spirit of mid-century Williamsburg. First Edition Heritage: A true 1st Edition / 1st Printing identifying it as a priority piece for collectors of Southern regional history. Regional Charm: Published by The Dietz Press, a publisher synonymous with high-quality Virginia historical and cultural works. Condition Details: Binding: Hardcover Pictorial Boards in Very Good condition. Dust Jacket: Present in Fair condition; the jacket is chipped and torn with some light soiling, but it has protected the vibrant pictorial boards underneath. Interior: Features a neat gift inscription on the FFEP (Front Free Endpaper), adding a touch of personal history to this 80-year-old volume. Format: Large Quarto (4to) size, ideal for display. An essential addition for any collector of Colonial Williamsburg memorabilia or vintage mid-century children's literature. …

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Title
The City of Once Upon a Time: A Children's True Story of Williamsburg in Virginia
Author
Gilchrist Waring
Publisher
The Dietz Press, Richmond, VA
Publication year
1946
Condition
Very Good
Dust jacket
Fair
Binding
Pictorial Boards
Language
English
Illustrator
Elmo Jones
Edition
First Edition.
Printing
1st Printing
Dimensions
4to - over 9_" - 12" tall

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