The Wild Swans by Hans Christian Andersen
1969. First English Edition. 80 pages. This is an ex-Library book. Pictorial laminated dust jacket over grey cloth with decorations. Library copy, with expected inserts, stamps and inscriptions. Black, white and red illustrations throughout. Severe cracking to hinges causing boards to be loose. Pages and illustrations have light tanning and foxing throughout. Paper worn away to pastedowns. Boards have light shelf-wear with corner bumping. Slight crushing to spine ends. Unclipped jacket has moderate edgewear with chips, tears, and creasing. Light tanning to spine and edges. Water staining to spine and rear panel.