Description
A first edition, first printing of ‘The Wombles’ published by Benn in 1968. A near fine book without inscriptions in a very good clipped wrapper with a little surface wear here and there. Some light chipping to the spine ends and corners.
The Wombles by Elisabeth Beresford is a beloved children’s book series first published in 1968. It follows the adventures of small, furry creatures living on Wimbledon Common. The Wombles, led by Great Uncle Bulgaria, secretly collect and recycle human rubbish, turning it into useful items. With characters like Orinoco and Tobermory, the stories teach environmental responsibility in a fun, engaging way. The books inspired a popular TV series and became icons of eco-friendly storytelling. This first edition is the first in the series.
