{"product_id":"the-red-pony-john-steinbeck-1st-illustrated-edition","title":"The Red Pony, John Steinbeck — 1st Illustrated Edition","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"55\"\u003ePublication\u003c\/b\u003e: New York, The Viking Press, 1945\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"101\"\u003eFormatting\u003c\/b\u003e: 8vo, pp. 131.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"127\"\u003eCondition Report\u003c\/b\u003e: Near Fine. The volume is tightly and squarely bound in its original publisher's beige cloth, presenting beautifully on the shelf. The boards exhibit minimal handling wear, retaining sharp blue ruling and a notably clean spine label with no fading or oxidation. The extremities show barely perceptible rubbing, and the hinges remain perfectly sound. Internally, the book is exceptionally well-preserved; the pages are bright, crisp, and entirely unmarked, showcasing Wesley Dennis’s vivid watercolour illustrations without any foxing or age-related toning, which fully justifies the high condition grade. The original pictorial cardboard slipcase is present but exhibits standard signs of wear, including moderate rubbing, bumping to the corners, and minor edge-wear with slight peeling to the top right of the pasted illustration label, yet it remains structurally intact and highly functional. A remarkably clean and presentable copy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"1081\"\u003eCatalogue Note\u003c\/b\u003e: First illustrated edition, published by The Viking Press. Originally printed in 1937, this beloved novella was reissued in this enhanced format featuring the evocative watercolour illustrations of Wesley Dennis, which beautifully capture the spirit of the text and the Californian landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eNotably, the copyright page indicates that this edition was produced in full compliance with the War Production Board's conservation orders, a fascinating historical artefact of its 1945 wartime publication date.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eCopies are highly sought after by collectors when found in such an exceptionally clean, well-preserved state and retaining its original publisher's slipcase. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eJohn Steinbeck's \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"493\"\u003eThe Red Pony\u003c\/i\u003e is a poignant, classic coming-of-age novella set on a sprawling Californian ranch. Through a series of episodic, interconnected tales, the story follows young Jody Tiflin as he navigates the harsh realities of life, death, and responsibility, guided by the seasoned ranch hand Billy Buck. From the awe of receiving a spirited red pony to the profound lessons learned through loss and nature's unforgiving cycles, Steinbeck weaves a masterful, emotionally resonant narrative that captures the bittersweet transition from the innocence of childhood to the sobering truths of adulthood.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Broadhursts Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55239778959699,"sku":"5956","price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/1469\/6787\/files\/20261005_133420.jpg?v=1791360190","url":"https:\/\/broadhurstsbooks.com\/products\/the-red-pony-john-steinbeck-1st-illustrated-edition","provider":"Broadhursts Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}