Description
1948 Third impression. Dust jacket has some heavy wear and small tears along the sides. Hardcover has some minor wear along the sides, scuffs and marks. Spine has some wear on the top and bottom. Pages are clean and the binding is secure.
This charming 1948 third impression of Hugh Lofting’s classic “Doctor Dolittle and the Secret Lake” offers a glimpse into the enduring legacy of this beloved children’s series. Published just a few years after Lofting’s death, this edition captures the whimsical spirit of the original 1923 tale, which introduced readers to the eccentric physician with the uncanny ability to converse with animals. While the dust jacket bears the expected wear of a well-loved vintage book, the interior pages remain crisp and the binding sturdy, allowing modern readers to immerse themselves in Dolittle’s extraordinary adventures. Beyond its literary merits, this volume holds historical significance as a product of the post-war era, when imaginative stories provided an escape from the harsh realities of the time. For collectors, this early impression represents a cherished piece of 20th-century publishing history and a testament to the enduring appeal of Lofting’s pioneering anthropomorphic narratives.
