BIBLIO is the largest independent book marketplace in the world, with over 100 million books.

Skip to content

George and Martha
Stock photo: cover may vary

George and Martha Hardback - 1972

by James Marshall

Add to wish list

Two lovable hippos teach the meaning of friendship in five separate vignettes: "Split Pea Soup," "The Flying Machine," "The Tub," "The Mirror," "The Tooth."

Summary

Two lovable hippos teach the meaning of friendship in five separate vignettes: "Split Pea Soup," "The Flying Machine," "The Tub," "The Mirror," "The Tooth."

Reader reviews for George and Martha

Write a review for this book

There are no reviews for this book yet. Be the first to write a review!

Your review will be anonymous unless you login or create an account first.

Overall rating
Remember: You’re rating the book as a work, not the seller or the condition of the specific copy you purchased!

Important Terms and Guidelines

  • Please focus on the book’s content and context. Also, add any personal comments as to how you enjoyed the book. Substantiate your likes and dislikes. You may make comparisons to other books.
  • Reviews must be at least 140 characters in length.
  • Please do not reveal critical plot elements.
  • This is not a help line. Contact customer support if you need help.
Your review must not include:
  • Obscenities, discriminatory language, or other insulting language not suitable for public domain
  • Advertisements, “spam” content, or references to other products, offers or websites.
  • Email addresses, URLs, phone numbers, physical addresses or other contact information.
  • Overly critical comments about other reviews or reviewers
  • Time-sensitive material (i.e. promotional tours, seminars, lectures, etc.)
  • Availability, price, or alternative ordering/shipping information

From the publisher

In this picture book classic that belongs on every reader's shelf, two lovable hippos impart funny lessons on the true meaning of friendship.

Like all best friends, George and Martha do everything together. George and Martha teach each other (and adoring readers) that even in a close friendship, privacy is important, practical jokes can sometimes backfire, and among other things, pouring split pea soup into your loafers to spare the chef's feelings is not the best-laid plan.

A man with a talent for friendship, James Marshall defined its very essence in his stories about the world's two best friends. Each of these five brief tales is filled with humor, and James Marshall's drawings are guaranteed to spark feelings of empathy, delight, and self-recognition.

Details

  • Title George and Martha
  • Author James Marshall
  • Binding Hardback
  • Edition Library Binding
  • Pages 48
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher Clarion Books, Wilmington, Massachusetts, U.S.A.
  • Publication date 1972-09-09
  • Illustrated Yes
  • Features Illustrated
  • ISBN 9780395166192 / 0395166195
  • Weight 0.69 lbs (0.31 kg)
  • Dimensions 8.32 x 8.54 x 0.41 in (21.13 x 21.69 x 1.04 cm)
  • Age range 04 to 07 years
  • Grade levels P - 2
  • Reading level 500
  • Themes
    • Topical: Easy Readers
    • Topical: Friendship
  • Category Children's Books/Ages 4-8 Fiction
  • Library of Congress subjects Friendship, Hippopotamus
  • Library of Congress Catalogue Number 74184250
  • Dewey Decimal Code E

Media reviews

"The secret of Mr. Marshall's success lies not just in the freshness of his sense of the ridiculous, but in the carefulness of his control and editorial judgment." The New York Times

About the author

James Marshall (1942-1992) created dozens of exuberant and captivating books for children, including The Stupids, Miss Nelson Is Missing!, and the ever-popular George and Martha books. Before creating his canon of classic, hilarious children's books, James Marshall played the viola, studied French, and received a master's degree from Trinity College. He also doodled. It was the doodles, and the unforgettable characters that emerged from them, that led him to his life's work as one of the finest creators of children's books of the twentieth century. In 2007, James Marshall was posthumously awarded the Laura Ingalls Wilder medal for his lasting contribution to literature for children.
Back to top↑

More Copies for Sale

Show all copies
George and Martha
Stock photo: cover may vary

George and Martha

by James Marshall

  • Used
Condition
Used
ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
9780395166192 / 0395166195
Quantity available
1
Seller
More Than Words Inc.
Item price
A$1.84
A$4.35 Delivery to USA

Show details

Description:
Clarion Books. Used - Good. A sound copy with only light wear. Overall a solid copy at a great price!
Add to wish list
Item price
A$1.84
A$4.35 Delivery to USA
George and Martha
Stock photo: cover may vary

George and Martha

by James Marshall

  • Used
  • Good
  • Hardback
Condition
Good
Binding
Hardcover
ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
9780395166192 / 0395166195
Quantity available
1
Seller
Orion LLC
Biblio Top Seller
Item price
A$8.16
Free Delivery to USA

Show details

Description:
Houghton Mifflin Company, 1972-09-09. Hardcover. Good. 8x0x8.
Add to wish list
Item price
A$8.16
Free Delivery to USA
George and Martha: A Classic Picture Book About Friendship and Humor with Two Lovable Hippos for...
Stock photo: cover may vary

George and Martha: A Classic Picture Book About Friendship and Humor with Two Lovable Hippos for Children (Ages 4-7)

by Marshall, James

  • Used
  • Very good
  • first
Condition
Very good
Edition
First Edition
ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
9780395166192 / 0395166195
Quantity available
1
Seller
BooksRun
Item price
A$8.22
Free Delivery to USA

Show details

Description:
Clarion Books. First Edition. Very Good. With dust jacket. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting.
Add to wish list
Item price
A$8.22
Free Delivery to USA
George and Martha
Stock photo: cover may vary

George and Martha

by James Marshall

  • Used
  • Acceptable
  • Hardback
Condition
Acceptable
Binding
Hardcover
ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
9780395166192 / 0395166195
Quantity available
10
Seller
ThriftBooks
Biblio Top Seller
Item price
A$9.40
Free Delivery to USA

Show details

Description:
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company, 1972. Hardcover. Acceptable. Disclaimer:A readable copy. All pages are intact, and the cover is intact. Pages can include considerable notes-in pen or highlighter-but the notes cannot obscure the text. An ex-library book and may have standard library stamps and/or stickers.
Add to wish list
Item price
A$9.40
Free Delivery to USA
George and Martha
Stock photo: cover may vary

George and Martha

by Marshall, James

  • Used
  • Good
  • Hardback
Condition
Good
Binding
Hardcover
ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
9780395166192 / 0395166195
Quantity available
1
Seller
ThriftBooks
Biblio Top Seller
Item price
A$9.40
Free Delivery to USA

Show details

Description:
Clarion Books, 1972. Hardcover. Good. Former library book; Missing dust jacket; Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.Dust jacket quality is not guaranteed.
Add to wish list
Item price
A$9.40
Free Delivery to USA
George and Martha

George and Martha

by James Marshall

  • Used
  • Good
  • Hardback
Condition
Good
Binding
Hardcover
ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
9780395166192 / 0395166195
Quantity available
8
Seller
ThriftBooks
Biblio Top Seller
Item price
A$9.40
Free Delivery to USA

Show details

Description:
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company, 1972. Hardcover. Good. Missing dust jacket; Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.Dust jacket quality is not guaranteed.
Add to wish list
Item price
A$9.40
Free Delivery to USA
George and Martha

George and Martha

by James Marshall

  • Used
  • Good
  • Hardback
Condition
Good
Binding
Hardcover
ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
9780395166192 / 0395166195
Quantity available
8
Seller
ThriftBooks
Biblio Top Seller
Item price
A$9.40
Free Delivery to USA

Show details

Description:
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company, 1972. Hardcover. Good. Former library book; Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.Dust jacket quality is not guaranteed.
Add to wish list
Item price
A$9.40
Free Delivery to USA
George and Martha

George and Martha

by James Marshall

  • Used
  • Good
  • Hardback
Condition
Good
Binding
Hardcover
ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
9780395166192 / 0395166195
Quantity available
2
Seller
ThriftBooks
Biblio Top Seller
Item price
A$9.40
Free Delivery to USA

Show details

Description:
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company, 1972. Hardcover. Good. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.Dust jacket quality is not guaranteed.
Add to wish list
Item price
A$9.40
Free Delivery to USA
George and Martha

George and Martha

by James Marshall

  • Used
  • Acceptable
  • Hardback
Condition
Acceptable
Binding
Hardcover
ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
9780395166192 / 0395166195
Quantity available
3
Seller
ThriftBooks
Biblio Top Seller
Item price
A$9.40
Free Delivery to USA

Show details

Description:
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company, 1972. Hardcover. Acceptable. Disclaimer:A readable copy. All pages are intact, and the cover is intact. Pages can include considerable notes-in pen or highlighter-but the notes cannot obscure the text. The dust jacket is missing. At ThriftBooks, our motto is: Read More, Spend Less.Dust jacket quality is not guaranteed.
Add to wish list
Item price
A$9.40
Free Delivery to USA
George and Martha

George and Martha

by James Marshall

  • Used
  • Acceptable
  • Hardback
Condition
Acceptable
Binding
Hardcover
ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
9780395166192 / 0395166195
Quantity available
2
Seller
ThriftBooks
Biblio Top Seller
Item price
A$9.40
Free Delivery to USA

Show details

Description:
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company, 1972. Hardcover. Acceptable. Former library book; Missing dust jacket; Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.Dust jacket quality is not guaranteed.
Add to wish list
Item price
A$9.40
Free Delivery to USA
Show all copies
Back to top↑

Please wait a moment while we load the requested page.