Vintage 1958 THE FAIRY TALE BOOK Adrienne Segur Marie Ponsot Deluxe Golden Book 1st Ed.
The Fairy Tale Book, published in 1958 as a Deluxe Golden Book by Golden Press (Simon & Schuster), is a celebrated collection of 28 traditional tales translated by Marie Ponsot and illustrated by Adrienne Ségur.
Known for its large format (13.5” x 10.5”) and ethereal, detailed illustrations, it features classics from Andersen, Grimm, and Perrault.
Ownership inscription on inside front pages
Gently read, remnants of original plastic covering is still intact, inside is very clean.
Key Details of the 1958 Edition:
- Illustrator: Adrienne Ségur, famous for her delicate, magical, and highly detailed art style.
- Translator: Marie Ponsot.
- Publisher: Golden Press, New York.
- Contents: Includes 28 stories such as "The Sleeping Beauty," "The Frog Prince," "Cinderella," "Beauty and the Beast," and "Thumbelina".
- Appearance: Commonly features an oversized hardcover format, with some editions having a distinct teal and pink illustrated cover (GoldenCraft Library Binding).
- Illustrator: Adrienne Ségur, famous for her delicate, magical, and highly detailed art style.
- Translator: Marie Ponsot.
- Publisher: Golden Press, New York.
- Contents: Includes 28 stories such as "The Sleeping Beauty," "The Frog Prince," "Cinderella," "Beauty and the Beast," and "Thumbelina".
- Appearance: Commonly features an oversized hardcover format, with some editions having a distinct teal and pink illustrated cover (GoldenCraft Library Binding).
