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Dr. Seuss

Rare inscribed first editions of The Cat in the Hat and its sequel

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Rare inscribed first editions of The Cat in the Hat and its sequel

Two rare inscribed first editions of Dr. Seuss’s classic children’s books. First is The Cat in the Hat. NY: Random House, 1957. Hardcover (matte boards) with original first-issue dust jacket (200/200 price on flap), 6.75 x 9.25, 61 pages. Signed and inscribed opposite the title page in black ink, “For Ruth! Dr. Seuss.” Second is The Cat in the Hat Comes Back. NY: Beginner Books, 1958. Hardcover with dust jacket, 6.75 x 9.25, 63 pages. Signed and inscribed opposite the title page in black ink, “For Pamela Benepe! Dr. Seuss.” Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: VG/VG. Accompanied by a slipcase housing the books together. Supremely desirable examples of these classic children’s tales. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Fine Autographs And Artifacts
  • Dates: #483 - Ended September 14, 2016





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