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Philadelphia: 1953. With numerous b/w drawings by the author; first edition; front fly leaf with a full page presentation and three original drawings, SIGNED by Leaf; fine in slightly chipped jacket.

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Munro Leaf. Reading Can Be Fun.

Name: Munro Leaf. Reading Can Be Fun.
SKU: 232278161
Price: 200 USD
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