Sand Dune Pony [Hardcover] Nesbit, Troy and Gotlieb, Jules

Description

1954 Whitman release. Hardcover has signs of wear. Pages are clean and have some edge yellowing.

This charming mid-century children’s book, “Sand Dune Pony” by Troy Nesbit and Jules Gotlieb, transports readers to the coastal dunes of Cape Cod. Published in 1954 by Whitman, a renowned publisher of illustrated children’s literature, this hardcover edition bears the gentle patina of age, with signs of wear on the binding and some yellowing to the page edges – evidence of its well-loved status. Nesbit’s lyrical prose and Gotlieb’s evocative illustrations capture the wonder of a young girl’s encounter with a wild pony amidst the shifting sands, offering a timeless tale of friendship and adventure. This book holds particular significance for collectors of mid-20th century American children’s literature, as well as those with a connection to the iconic Cape Cod region. Its enduring appeal lies in its ability to ignite the imagination and foster a deep appreciation for nature’s marvels.