1963, Eulenglück (Happy Owls) by Celestino Piatti, HB GERMAN CHILDREN’S, ILLUSTR

First published in Dutch in 1963, this is a German Edition published near that time – the copyright page only notes a copyright date; there are no other dates. CHARMING STORY OF, THE HAPPY OWLS. Published by Artemis Verlag Zurich and Stuttgart. The book is in VERY GOOD CONDITION. It measures about 12″ by 8.5″. The main wear issue is some wear and notches on top edges of boards. There is some light soiling of white spaces front and back boards. No interior marks, unpaged with 16 leaves including endpaper leaves. Here is a synopsis of the book: “The Happy Owls is about two owls that are inexplicably happy – inexplicable at least according to the chickens, ducks, and geese who live nearby. They decide to send the peacock over to find out why. After the owls explain, the other birds are skeptical at the response. This book made me happy.” B130

The Golden Bough – Paperback, by Sir James George Frazer (TPB, 1963)

The Golden Bough by Sir James George Frazer is a classic nonfiction book that delves into the fascinating world of folklore, mythology, and religion. This abridged reissue in paperback format, first published in 1963 by Simon & Schuster, is a comprehensive exploration of magical practices and beliefs across cultures. With 864 pages, this book offers readers an in-depth look at the many aspects of human culture and spirituality through the lens of a renowned scholar in the field.

Where the Wild Things Are Maurice Sendak Hardcover 1963 Harper & Row Illustrated

The product is a hardcover edition of the classic children’s book “Where the Wild Things Are” by Maurice Sendak, published in 1963 by Harper & Row. The book is a picture book with illustrations by the author, intended for ages 4-8. It falls under the genre of juvenile fiction and features a narrative revolving around monsters. As a highly acclaimed and beloved story, this edition is a collector’s item for fans of children’s literature and the imaginative world created by Maurice Sendak.