The Wing on a Flea [Hardcover] Ed Emberley

Description

Missing dustcover. Former library book. Hardcover is scuffed, faded, marked, and worn around corners/edges/spine. Pages are clean. Binding is secure.

This well-loved copy of “The Wing on a Flea” by Ed Emberley offers a unique glimpse into the pioneering work of one of the most influential children’s book illustrators of the 20th century. Published in 1961, this volume showcases Emberley’s innovative approach to drawing, encouraging readers to create complex images from simple shapes and lines. Through playful exercises and whimsical examples, Emberley introduced generations of children to the joys of artistic expression and visual storytelling.

While the wear and library markings on this copy speak to its well-traveled journey, the clean pages and secure binding attest to its enduring appeal. For collectors and admirers of Emberley’s work, this book represents a cornerstone of his legacy, capturing the essence of his groundbreaking “Drawing Book” series that revolutionized the way children learned to draw. Beyond its artistic merits, “The Wing on a Flea” serves as a cultural artifact, reflecting the creative spirit of the era and the growing emphasis on fostering imagination and self-expression in childhood education.