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I loved the illustrations, the imaginative stories, even the shape of the book: tall and Williams, Garth (illustrator). We have new and used copies available, in 0 edition - starting at $255.00. Hard cover. Lots of books. Goodreads helps you keep track of books you want to read. Rich Dad's Cashflow Quadrant: Guide to Financial Freedom, Boundaries: When to Say Yes, How to Say No, Secrets of the Millionaire Mind: Mastering the Inner Game of Wealth, Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge and the Teachings of Plants, Girl, Wash Your Face: Stop Believing the Lies About Who You Are so You Can Become Who You Were Meant to Be, When They Call You a Terrorist: A Black Lives Matter Memoir, The Positive Shift: Mastering Mindset to Improve Happiness, Health, and Longevity, How to Destroy America in Three Easy Steps, Disloyal: A Memoir: The True Story of the Former Personal Attorney to President Donald J. Trump, 100% found this document useful (4 votes), 100% found this document useful, Mark this document as useful, 0% found this document not useful, Mark this document as not useful, Save The Tall Book of Make Believe.pdf For Later. Author: Janet Werner; Garth Williams Year: 1950 Format: … The Tall Book of Make Believe.pdf. Even the reprints (there weren't many) cost a fortune, if you can find them. The Tall Book of Make-Believe Selected by Jane Werner (Editor) Garth Williams (Illustrator) Harper & Row, Publishers (January 1, 1950) Contains a charming selection of stories and poems around the theme of make-believe. Favorite book from my childhood. A favorite of mine is the The Everlasting Lollipop. I was shocked because the one I found on Amazon was $95. A classic especially because of Garth Williams’s illustrations. Artist: Garth Williams, who illustrated other classics such as Charlotte's Web and Stuart Little. Tami Charles is a former teacher and the author of picture books, middle grade and young adult novels, and nonfiction. No slipcover. The TALL Book of Make-Believe. Fantasy. Seller: Big Bill's Books, Dripping Springs, TX, U.S.A. What memories! Book shows some wear due to its vintage age. Illustrated in color and black and white by Garth Williams. Still read it annually. We have new and used copies available, in 0 edition - starting at $255.00. History Philosophy(PARCHMENT EDITION! To see what your friends thought of this book. The Tall Book of Make-Believe ed. Save tall book of make believe to get e-mail alerts and updates on your eBay Feed. Oct 18, 2012 - Flickr is almost certainly the best online photo management and sharing application in the world. Tattered and missing its cover, this book is loved. Definitely fantastical. See all formats and editions. Thought it would be nice to have a copy of my own and was shocked to see that it is out of print and copies are going for hundreds of dollars. What a joy to have an out-of-print copy in my own possession.... Long out of print, but one of my very favorites from my childhood. Refresh and try again. The illustrations by Garth Williams are beautiful and whimsical reflecting the stories. Absolutely worth the hunt! Dust Jacket Condition: Near Very Good. This is the best, most unique collection of stories for children! I so wish I still had my copy of this book. See pictures for a detailed look as they are part of the description. I had several favorite stories and each time she read it like it was the first. The Tall Book of Make-Believe, Garth Williams, Harper & Brothers 1950, possible first edition. The Tall Book of Make-Believe ( Make Believe ) Harper & Row publishers 1950 There are some childhood books that are warm and comfortably familiar. I then went on the internet to search for a copy to buy. The best place to look All of the stories are a little weird, surreal, spooky, but I can still recite most of it from memory. 26 reviews. From The Tall Book of Make BelieveSelected by Jane WernerPictures by Garth WilliamsCopyright 1950. If anyone finds a copy of this book, I'd love to get it. 1/375) 1884! Way back in 1963, my friend Tonio's mother went to a book signing at our local bookshop here in San Antonio and met one Mr. Garth Williams. LEATHER Set;Works of CARLYLE! The book disappeared from her house over the years and it took me a lot of internet research to figure out the exact title. Buy The Tall Book of Make-Believe by (ISBN: 9789991221915) from Amazon's Book Store. Welcome back. Great drawings. I reember this fondly from childhood...what happened to my copy? This is the best, most unique collection of stories for children! The Tall Book of Make-Believe Library Binding – January 1, 1950 by Jane Werner (Author), Jane Werner Watson (Author), Garth Williams (Illustrator) & 0 more 4.8 out of 5 stars 55 ratings The poems I liked best were "Moon Song" and "The little house." Once I found it I was heartbroken to find that it is no longe. This lovely highly detailed preliminary piece was for the “Piper” which appeared on page 68 of Jane Werner’s The Tall Book of Make Believe (Harper & … Fairy Tales & Fantasy. Tragically, this book was only published once in 1950 so good luck finding a book for less than a hundred dollars. (Especially the story of Bad Mousie, where a little girl tries to kill her pet mouse.) I got my copy from an older cousin many years ago. Garth Williams Make Believe Vintage Children's Books Vintage Art Vintage Kids The Magic Faraway Tree Children's Book Illustration Book Illustrations Fairy Art More information ... More like this Price. The unique geometry with excellent font and formatting, fun illustrations, and a great fantastical selection of fairy tales and nursery rhymes makes this book a treasure. This is a lovely volume of tales and well worth the order or look see as it is a staple as warm and snug as oatmeal. The Tall Book of Make-Believe Jane Werner Garth Williams 1950. Ah, good memories. The Tall Book of Make-Believe. All of my fondest childhood memories are of my grandma - and I have many memories of her reading this book with me when I was young. Item in good condition and has highlighting/writing on text. Be the first to ask a question about The Tall Book of Make-Believe. Buy, rent or sell. Jane Werner. This was one of my most beloved books of stories, rhymes, verse. The Tall Book of Make-Believe Part 1Selected by Jane Werner Pictures by Garth WilliamsThank you for reading with me Story Time Bunnies Something about them is tender and nostalgic and almost unexpectedly magical. My mom's early childhood favorite book and one of mine as well. Score! Please view pictures carefully thanks Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Creepy and unforgettable. Used texts may not contain supplemental items such as … by Harper and Brothers. The Tall Book of Make-Believe, First Edition Hardcover – January 1, 1950 by editor Jane Werner (Author), illustrator Garth Williams (Author) 55 ratings Buy The tall book of make-believe by Jane Werner (Compiled by) online at Alibris. One of my fondest early childhood memories is my great-grandmother reading this book every time we came to visit. About The Tall Book of Make-Believe - This is a book of select fairy tales from the 1920's, 1930's & 1940's. My girl friend looked at me like I was on hallucinogens! This was one of my favorite books as a child and I wish I still had it. So sad this it out of print now. Show off your favorite photos and videos to the world, securely and privately show content to your friends Uploaded by. I found "The Tall Book of Make-Believe" by Jane Werner and Garth Williams. It would be very nice if they re-printed this same edition for those who grew up with it, nostalgia. Shipped with USPS Media Mail. Buy, rent or sell. Shipped with USPS Media Mail. Book. A great book for those steamy days of summer – or anytime you want to be transported to a different time and place without leaving where you mundanely are. One of my favorite books when I was very young was The Tall Book of Make-Believe a collection of stories and poems selected by Jane Werner. I am gonna find this book and give to my children one day. March 1st 1992 I'd like a copy. Edges rubbed l, spine seems tight, but the edges show wear. I have a special treat for you guys today. I have since seen it for much more. A favorite of mine is the The Everlasting Lollipop. Hardcover. Find 006026506X The Tall Book of Make-Believe by Werner et al at over 30 bookstores. The Tall Book of Make-Believe by Jane Werner 4.89 avg rating • 122 ratings by GoodReads Publisher: Harper and Brothers, 1992 Edition: Hardcover Language: … Jane Werner Illustrated by Garth Williams Well beyond the age it’s intended for, this collection of stories has stayed with me. 1st Edition. Remains an awesome book. Illustrated. It would not have been my childhood if I had not had this book. Book measures 12" tall by 5.5" wide. The Tall Book of Make-Believe Part 1Selected by Jane Werner Pictures by Garth WilliamsThank you for reading with me Story Time Bunnies It has some lovely poetry, and some laugh-out-loud stories such as "The Very Mischief" by Lesley Frost, and "How they bring back the village of cream puffs when the wind blows it away," by Carl Sandburg, as well as the adorable "Susan's Bears." Condition: Near Very Good. The Tall Book of Make-Believe. Hardcover – March 1, 1992. by Jane Werner (Author), Garth Williams (Illustrator) 4.8 out of 5 stars. This beautiful vintage book is in very good condition. One fine day! Shop now. The Selected by Jane Werner ~ Garth Williams ~ Harper, 1950. This book has been passed down from my grandparents and was read to us when we were kids. It looks to be a first edition but it is not stated. 56 ratings. The Tall Book of Make Believe holds the most lasting memories of all the books I read as a child. This is a book of select fairy tales from the 1920's, 1930's & 1940's. The stories are nice and the illustrations are like the olden books. It was magic. The Tall Book of Make-Believe Jane Werner / Garth Williams Vintage 1950. I liked Susan and the Bears and the one with the flat girl. The scene with the children eating from candy-laden trees was indelibly impressed upon my memory. Solpeter_4. I still have my original copy from the 1960s, and although the binding is worn out and it is falling apart, I cannot part with it. FRAMED DRAWING FOR THE “PIPER” FROM “THE TALL BOOK OF MAKE BELIEVE” PAGE 68, 16″ X 11″ A stunning original drawing by Garth Williams. Find 006026506X The Tall Book of Make-Believe by Werner et al at over 30 bookstores. A childhood favorite with a sampler of stories and poems for children. Contact seller Seller Rating: New - Hardcover Condition: new. Fast free shipping. It haunted my childhood. Harper & Brothers, 1950. This is a book of select fairy tales from the 1920's, 1930's & 1940's. I am ridiculously excited. Ever. Buy The tall book of make-believe by Jane Werner (Compiled by) online at Alibris. Children's writer Jane Werner Watson (1915-2004) was born in Fond du Lac, Wis. She earned a B.A. Wish they would print this again...great collection of classic stories and poems. 100% (4) 100% found this document useful (4 votes) 899 views 96 pages. It started falling apart before we were grown. I could get lost in the gorgeous illustrations. I remember I read this book when I a teenage, about 8-10 years ago. I bought it "for my baby granddaughter" (and any future grandchildren to be) but, let's be honest, it is really for me! Great Books to Give the Kids This Holiday. Harper and Brothers. All of my fondest childhood memories are of my grandma - and I have many memories of her reading this book with me when I was young. This beautiful vintage book is in very good condition. This book is a collection of stories and poems with a fantasy/make believe theme. The illustrations by Garth Williams are amazing, whether a little bunny pouring tea or a large robust owner of a lollipop store. Wonderful pictures that sent my imagination wandering. Used - Good. The Tall Book of Make-Believe Jane Werner Garth Williams 1950. I love the Garth Williams illustrations and the unique stories. Some of the stories and poems would probably not be considered appropriate in this day and age. Appreciated by more than just me. The outside binding is missing although it does not interfere with page structure. The book is not so amazing that people will fall in love with it today but it a classic to many. Growing up, one of my favorite books was The Tall Book of Make Believe. 1950. Start by marking “The Tall Book of Make-Believe” as Want to Read: Error rating book. One of my very favorite books from childhood. It's very expensive on the secondary market but worth trying to track down if you can afford it. The Tall Book of Make-Believe This edition was published in March 1992 by Harpercollins Childrens Books Please reference photos for details. One of my favorites from childhood. One of my favorites from childhood. The Tall Book of Make-Believe by Jane Werner Other authors: See the other authors section. Still have all the pages although the cover has come off. I pick it randomly in the library, the hard cover was beautiful and it's tall, that's make it unique as per the name. We still have a copy :). … This is not a former library book. I was stunned by the illustration and the beauty of the poetry. It's out-of-print, so it's hard to find, and copies that are left are very expensive, selling for around 400 dollars. The book disappeared from her house over the years and it took me a lot of internet research to figure out the exact title. The Tall Book of Make Believe is out of print, and sadly, I doubt that it will ever be re-published. The Tall Book of Make-Believe Jane Werner / Garth Williams Vintage 1950. The Tall Book of Make Believe is highly sought after by collectors. The older the better. Published by Harper And Brothers (1992) ISBN 10: 0060265051 ISBN 13: 9780060265052. See pictures for a detailed look as they are part of the description. Hard cover. in English in 1936 from the University of Wisconsin, began a career in publishing, and became a prolific writer who specialized in non-fiction. The Tall Book of Make-Believe by Garth Williams, March 1992, Harpercollins Childrens Books edition, Hardcover in English Something about them is tender and nostalgic and almost unexpectedly Book shows some wear due to its vintage age. In particular, I like vintage children's books with wonderful illustrations. Even a used 1992 reprint is ridiculously expensive. But that's ok - I finally have it and I can read it to her in the hopes of being just a fraction of the grandma that mine was! The smell of the book when I opened it, run straight to my head. I adore children's book illustrations. Let us know what’s wrong with this preview of, Published We’d love your help. I still know some of the poems by heart. AbeBooks.com: The Tall Book of Make-Believe (9780060265052) by Jane Werner and a great selection of similar New, Used and Collectible Books available now at great prices. Just a moment while we sign you in to your Goodreads account. Once I found it I was heartbroken to find that it is no longer in print. One of my favorite books when I was a toddler. About The Tall Book of Make-Believe - This is a book of select fairy tales from the 1920's, 1930's & 1940's. The story "Bad Mousie" is a bit scary for the younger set, but who can resist Garth Williams' illustrations? The Tall Book of Make-Believe by Jane Werner. The Tall Book of Make-Believe Hardcover – March 1, 1992. About this Item: Harper & Brothers, 1950.Hardcover. My mom still has it and reads it to her grandchildren now. Shame I lost my copy in "the move" because apparently it will cost well over 200 dollars to replace. This book was a favorite of mine as a child. When I finally tracked down the original book that was read to me as a child, this book was so worn and broken. It was at a family vacation cottage so I am sure it was read by many of my cousins too. Best. Condition: Near Very Good. Illustrated in color by Garth Williams. I have a book addiction myself. I love the Garth Williams illustrations and the unique stories. The Tall Book of Make-Believe I like books. I have read it to my son when he was little. Shop now. I loved the shape too, and the collection of stories and poems that were chosen, reading and rereading. Document Information. The number one best story book for kids. The Tall Book of Make-Believe ( Make Believe ) Harper & Row publishers 1950 There are some childhood books that are warm and comfortably familiar. The illustrations in this book are by Garth Williams, who is one of the great childrens book illustrators of all time. Our family copy, shown here, is in pieces, with some pages missing and torn. + Update your shipping location 7 S 0 p o n s o A r P A 7 E e d-1-1 U J-1 0 F J-1-1. (I'm sure this book would be banned now!) Nice copy of scarce title with rare dustjacket. Stories and poems, not the usual. Loved this as a child. Even better when you find them for a steal at Goodwill. US$ 502.15. There are no discussion topics on this book yet. In cleaning out packed boxes of books in storage, I came across this gem of a book and remembered (fondly) all the times my son pulled this tall, thin book out and wanted to snuggle and read. Smoke free home. Something made me remember Wing Tip the Spick and Village of Cream Puffs, a story by Carl Sandburg. I adore this book,even as an adult. The Tall Book of Make-Believe. Reply Delete Hide other formats and editions. I still have my childhood edition - the jacket is a little torn. This is a book of select fairy tales from the 1920's, 1930's & 1940's. I loved reading the stories when we visited my grandparents. The. Well, after a year of faithfully following the book in eBay auctions - I was able to get a copy in great condition for under $60!! ...more. It's a classic in my family. There was a short run reissue in the early 90's but otherwise the only copies to be had are vintage and are hard to find at a reasonable price. The Tall Book of Make-Believe by Jane Werner and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at AbeBooks.co.uk. Shipped with USPS Media Mail.

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