Now We Are Six
- Publisher : Methuen
- Published In : London
- Illustrations : line drawings
Description:
First edition. First edition. This charming collection marks A.A. Milne’s second book of nursery verses, introducing readers to a playful and nostalgic world of childhood adventures. The beloved character Pooh features in several poems. Delightful poems include: 'King John's Christmas', 'Sneezles', 'Us Two', and 'Twice Times'. The concluding poem, 'The End' poignantly reflects the timeless spirit of childhood noting 'But now I am six, I’m as clever as clever. So I think I’ll be six now for ever and ever'.Illustrated with delightful line drawings by Ernest H. Shepard, capturing Christopher Robin, Pooh, Piglet, and their friends.
Condition
Sm. 8vo, orig. red cloth, minor rubbing, gt spine title and vignettes to boards, top edge gilt; pictorial endpapers (with limited, light foxing). Half-title and final page browned. Ink inscription to top of title page. A fine bright copy.
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