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The Stuart and Mimi Rose Collection /

A. A. Milne

Item 12D

Winnie-the-Pooh

1926
First Trade Edition
Original Dust Jacket
Presentation Copy

This copy of the first edition of Winnie-the-Pooh was presented as a gift by the author, A.A. Milne, to his son, who was the inspiration for Christopher Robin. Milne inscribed, “For Moonest Moon and Poohest Pooh from their adoring Bluest Blue. Oct. 16th 1926,” using family nicknames for himself, his son, and his son’s teddy bear. This collection of short stories is one of the best-known works of all children’s literature, following the adventures of teddy bear Winnie-the-Pooh, and his friends Christopher Robin, Piglet, Eeyore, Owl, Rabbit, Kanga, and Roo.

A hardcover book with a dark green cover features a small gold-embossed illustration in the center. The illustration depicts a child holding a fishing pole next to a bear that appears to be sitting on the ground. The cover has thin gold borders along the edges.
An aged, open book displaying an inscription in handwritten text on the right-hand page. The text reads,
A vintage book opened to display a hand-drawn map of the

What will you discover next?

James Joyce Ulysses
A close-up of the text describing a limited edition copy, noting 1000 copies: 100 copies (signed) on Dutch handmade paper numbered 1 to 100; 150 copies on Vergé D'Arches numbered from 101 to 250; 750 copies on handmade paper, numbered 251 to 1000. Below the text is a hand-written number

Another first edition from the 1920s?

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J. D. Salinger The Catcher in the Rye
An open book with handwritten text on the right page. The text, dated 18 July '51, expresses gratitude for the reader's friendship and support. The paper shows signs of age with a brownish tinge and slightly worn edges. The left page is blank and part of the book's binding is visible.

An example of a coming-of-age novel?

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A vibrant, symmetrical collage features historical black-and-white photographs of three individuals encircled with colorful floral patterns. The background is filled with intricate designs of butterflies and geometric shapes in shades of teal, coral, and beige.

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Imprints in Time

Imprints in Time

This special exhibition at the Folger features rare books from the collection of Stuart and Mimi Rose that present literary, cultural, and historical high points.
Fri, Jun 21, 2024 – Sun, Jan 5, 2025
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