Gnomes
New York: Harry N. Abrams, Inc., 1979. Poortvliet, Rien. First American Edition. Large Hardcover. Very Good / Very Good. Item #2325862
ISBN: 0810909650
First American edition, not the Bantam reissue. Jacket faintly toned, edges lightly foxed. Binding tight and square, pages clean, bright, and unmarked.
[212 pp.] Beautifully illustrated in full color. "Observations of gnome habits, anatomy and lifestyle designed for all age groups." Abrams launched Gnomes into the hearts of Americans in 1977 and quickly racked up astrognomic sales in bookstores across the country, ultimately achieving a 62-week run on the New York Times best-seller list. Did you know that gnome couples always have twin children? Or that a gnome is seven times as strong as a human? Do you want to hear some gossip from the gnome who knew Rembrandt? Dutch artist Rien Poortvliet's charming illustrations and physician Wil Huygen's detailed observations of the gnomes' habits, anatomy, and lifestyle are a delight for readers of all ages. Children will adore the gnome family's underground home and the constant interaction with animals; adults will appreciate the tongue-in-cheek scientific data.
Price: $75.00