The Very Hungry Caterpillar

New York, New York, U.S.A.: Philomel Books/Penguin Young Readers Group, 2009. First Thus . Hardcover. Near Fine/Near Fine. Carle, Eric. Very first book in what would become the author's quartet of picture books for young readers featuring animals in nature who teach about different values. Orig. published in 1969, & revised in 1987, this is the First Printing of a special 40th anniversary edition (First, Thus) created in conjunction with Kohls Cares, with a new dedication by the author & his facsimile signature on verso of ffep & on front DJ flap (please note, these are NOT his actual signatures; beware of other listings claiming they are signed here). Oblong hardcover book has colorfully decorated glossy paper over boards. Both book & DJ are in Near Fine condition: the book is flawless except for bumping to lower corner of front board. Else, completely clean, pages white, colors vivid, binding strong & straight. The unclipped DJ is marred only by very slight edgewear; no rips or tears or fading. Beautifully protected in new mylar cove for years of reading pleasure Free! Our photos depict the exact book you will receive, never "stock" images of books we don't have! Same Day Shipping on all orders received by 2 pm weekdays (Pacific); later orders, weekends & holidays ship very next business day. 0