Emil and the Detectives
circa 2008 - 2013 Reprinted. Exact Reprint uncertain..
The Folio Society
, London, England
Originally published in 1929 and translated into 59 languages from the original German, this is said to be "a groundbreaking book, giving us a realistic portrayal of childhood friendships and the first child-detective. It's lovely humour and optimism ensure its continuing appeal....This edition features a specially commissioned preface by former Children's Laureate Michael Rosen, as well as an introduction by Walter de la Mare. Scarce in this pristine condition.
$42.00
Specifications
| Author | Kastner, Erich |
| Illustrator | Illustrated by Walter Trier |
| Publisher | The Folio Society |
| Place Published | London, England |
| Year Published | circa 2008 - 2013 Reprinted. Exact Reprint uncertain. |
| Date of First Edition or Edition Notes |
1929 |
| Size | 8vo - Octavo, 152mm x 229mm |
| Chapters | Unspecified |
| Pages | Estimated 176 - 200pp |
Condition Report
| Cover | Hardcover in brown cloth boards with striped colour design in a new red undamaged slip-case in perfect order (STILL in Shrinkwrap). hence book looks to be in pristine unopened condition. |
| Overall | Apparently has 17 charming black and white illustrations but obviously text not examined with publishers wrapping in place but usually no dust wrapper present in Folio slipcase. likely to have bright yellow illustrated colour plate mounted on front board too. |