the cat in the hat

dr. seuss

Published by random house, new york, 1957

About this Item

third printing, 1957. early printing of eponymous, timeless children's book. considered a turning point in the career of the author dr. seuss (theodore geisel). geisel created the book in response to 1950s debates about childhood literacy. considered the successor to "dick and jane" style readers, it was so successful that random house subsequently created an early readers' division with the cat in the hat as its logo. new york: random house. 9.25 x 6.75". 61 pages. hardcover. book condition: owners inscription to paste down and front free end paper. very mild soiling throughout. corners bumped, with mild shelfwear. very good +. jacket condition: slight soiling to rear and light shelfwear. generally a beautiful copy. near fine. Seller Inventory # 721

Bibliographic Details

Title: the cat in the hat

Publisher: random house, new york

Publication Date: 1957

Binding: Hardcover

Dust Jacket Condition: Dust Jacket Included

Edition: 1st Edition