Peacock Press/Bantam Book #M1007, 1975. Stated first edition. 8 3/4" x 11 3/4" trade paperback is in Good condition. Tanning to the book's spine. Dust soiling and tanning to its wrappers. Mild toning to the page edges. Small creases to the book's corners. 1/2" tear at the base of its spine. Small chip at the rear panel's lower right corner. Diagonal creases at its lower left corner.
Kay Rasmus Nielsen (March 12, 1886 – June 21, 1957) was a Danish illustrator who was popular in the early 20th century, the "golden age of illustration" which lasted from when Daniel Vierge and other pioneers developed printing technology to the point that drawings and paintings could be reproduced with reasonable facility. He joined the ranks of Arthur Rackham and Edmund Dulac in enjoying the success of the gift books of the early 20th century. Nielsen is also known for his collaborations with Disney for whom he contributed many story sketches and illustrations.