Noel Streatfeild – Ballet Shoes – First UK Edition 1936
£1,450.00
A first edition, first printing published by Dent in 1936. A very good (or better) book without inscriptions. Some scattered spotting to the prelims and last few pages. Thin crease to the spine. A very clean copy with full and clear titles to the spine. No wrapper.
A classic children’s novel that explores themes of ambition, identity, and family. The story follows three orphaned sisters—Pauline, Petrova, and Posy—raised by an eccentric guardian. They are thrust into the world of theatre and ballet to support their household financially. Each sister possesses unique talents and aspirations. The novel explores their individual journeys in pursuing their dreams and identities while emphasising the importance of familial bonds. Streatfeild’s narrative underscores the transformative power of dedication, resilience, and the pursuit of personal passions in a heart-warming and relatable manner.
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A first edition, first printing published by Dent in 1936. A very good (or better) book without inscriptions. Some scattered spotting to the prelims and last few pages. Thin crease to the spine. A very clean copy with full and clear titles to the spine. No wrapper.
A classic children’s novel that explores themes of ambition, identity, and family. The story follows three orphaned sisters—Pauline, Petrova, and Posy—raised by an eccentric guardian. They are thrust into the world of theatre and ballet to support their household financially. Each sister possesses unique talents and aspirations. The novel explores their individual journeys in pursuing their dreams and identities while emphasising the importance of familial bonds. Streatfeild’s narrative underscores the transformative power of dedication, resilience, and the pursuit of personal passions in a heart-warming and relatable manner.
