Richard Hearne – Mr Pastry’s Pantomime – SIGNED First Edition 1964
£40.00
A first edition, first printing of Mr Pastry’s Pantomime by Richard Hearne, published by The Friday Press in Penshurst, 1964, illustrated by Pat Williams. A near fine book signed, dated and inscribed by Mr Pastry in black ink to the front free end paper, boards bound in green cloth with silver titling to the spine, some pushing to the head of the spine, foxing to the prelims, toning to the top edge of the text block and light spotting to the fore-edge and bottom edge. In a near fine unclipped wrapper with light bumping to extremities, chipping to the spine tips and knuckles of front and rear flap folds. Illustrated by Pat Williams.
Mr. Pastry’s Pantomime by Richard Hearne, published in 1964, is a delightful children’s book featuring the beloved character Mr. Pastry. Known for his comical mishaps and heart-warming charm, Mr. Pastry embarks on a fun-filled pantomime adventure. The book blends humour, gentle moral lessons and whimsical illustrations to capture young readers’ imaginations. Through playful storytelling and theatrical flair, Hearne brings his stage character to life on the page, creating an entertaining and nostalgic reading experience.
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A first edition, first printing of Mr Pastry’s Pantomime by Richard Hearne, published by The Friday Press in Penshurst, 1964, illustrated by Pat Williams. A near fine book signed, dated and inscribed by Mr Pastry in black ink to the front free end paper, boards bound in green cloth with silver titling to the spine, some pushing to the head of the spine, foxing to the prelims, toning to the top edge of the text block and light spotting to the fore-edge and bottom edge. In a near fine unclipped wrapper with light bumping to extremities, chipping to the spine tips and knuckles of front and rear flap folds. Illustrated by Pat Williams.
Mr. Pastry’s Pantomime by Richard Hearne, published in 1964, is a delightful children’s book featuring the beloved character Mr. Pastry. Known for his comical mishaps and heart-warming charm, Mr. Pastry embarks on a fun-filled pantomime adventure. The book blends humour, gentle moral lessons and whimsical illustrations to capture young readers’ imaginations. Through playful storytelling and theatrical flair, Hearne brings his stage character to life on the page, creating an entertaining and nostalgic reading experience.
