Rupert 1966 Annual, Alfred Bestall — Limited Edition Reproduction

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Rupert 1966 Annual, Alfred Bestall — Limited Edition Reproduction

Name: Rupert 1966 Annual, Alfred Bestall — Limited Edition Reproduction
Brand: Broadhursts Books
SKU: 5340
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Publication: London, Egmont, 2010

Formatting: 4to, pp. N/A.

Condition Report: Fine. The book and its accompanying slipcase are preserved in the publisher's original shrink-wrap, rendering the volume entirely untouched and in 'as new' condition. The protective wrap is intact and tight, ensuring the yellow slipcase beneath retains sharp, unbumped corners and bright, unfaded panels. Because the volume has never been opened, the internal binding is implicitly tight, and the pages, including the often-completed magic painting sections, remain completely crisp, clean, and free from any foxing, tanning, or handling wear that typically affects vintage annuals.

Catalogue Note: This is a modern facsimile reproduction of the 1966 Rupert Annual, originally published by Beaverbrook Newspapers. Released by Egmont in 2010, this faithful reproduction was produced to exact standards, replicating the beloved original right down to the interactive 'magic painting' pages.

Issued without a dust jacket and housed in a custom decorative slipcase, this edition caters specifically to collectors seeking immaculate examples of the classic annuals.

While unsealed copies of this 2010 Egmont reproduction occasionally appear on the secondary market, locating a copy still fully preserved in the publisher's original shrink-wrap is notably scarce.

Journey back to Nutwood with this pristine facsimile of the classic 1966 Rupert Annual. Featuring Alfred Bestall’s iconic, vibrant illustrations and timeless storytelling, this edition faithfully recreates the magic of the original, right down to the untouched magic painting pages. A nostalgic treasure, it offers readers and collectors alike a chance to experience a beloved piece of British childhood exactly as it first appeared over half a century ago.

Book Condition: Fine

Book Authors: Alfred Bestall

Book Publisher: Egmont

Book Language: English

Narrative Type: Children's

Genre: Children's Poetry & Anthologies

Book edition: Limited Edition

Signed: No

Book Pages:

Book Publication Year: 2010

Book Publication Date:

Book Binding: Hardcover in Slipcase

Illustrator: Alfred Bestall

Book Series: Rupert Bear

Country/region of manufacture: London, United Kingdom

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