First Little Golden Book Edition "The Little Engine that Could," Watty Piper, 1954

First printing Little Golden Book, 1954. "The Little Engine that Could," retold by the author, Watty Piper. Illustrated by Geroge and Doris Hauman. "A" printed in the gutter. Priced $.29 on front board. It'll have you chanting, I think I can, I think I can! Good condition. Pages are free of any marks, tears, or creases and remain bright and unsoiled -- wonderful for reading or display. Retains a good deal of gold foil on the spine. Pencil scribbles on the back board; 5 cents penciled on the front board. Scuffs and dings on the covers. "Julie M" in marker within the nameplate. Dark marker coloring smudge on the title page that does not bleed through to the copyright page. Shelf wear to corners of boards and pages. approx. 20 x 17 cm, 4.1 oz scarcity rating: 2 SOLD. Follow on socials to see what's new!