Description
1937 edition. Hardcover has significant wear, scuffs, small marks, stains and small tears. No dust jacket. Spine has significant reading creases and wear, small tears on top and bottom. Pages have some marks and small tears on some pages but largely are clean. Binding is slightly loose. Readable copy.
This well-loved copy of Hendrik Willem Van Loon’s “Van Loon’s Geography: The Story of the World” is a testament to the enduring popularity of this groundbreaking work. Published in 1937, it was the first book to present world history and geography in a captivating, story-like format aimed at young readers. Van Loon, a Dutch-American author and illustrator, won the prestigious Newbery Medal for this innovative approach, which humanized the subject matter and made it accessible to a wide audience. Despite its age and wear, this edition retains the charming illustrations and engaging narrative that have inspired generations of readers to explore the world’s diverse cultures and histories. For collectors, this copy represents a piece of publishing history, as well as a glimpse into the early 20th century’s efforts to make education more engaging and inclusive.
