{"product_id":"the-three-puppies-winifred-martin","title":"The Three Puppies, Winifred Martin","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePublication\u003c\/b\u003e: Glasgow \u0026amp; London, Blackie \u0026amp; Son Ltd., n.d. [c. 1949].\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFormatting\u003c\/b\u003e: Sm. 4to, unpaginated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCondition Report\u003c\/b\u003e: Very Good. The glazed pictorial boards remain notably bright and well-preserved, free from the heavy rubbing or colour-fading often seen on children's titles of this period, though showing mild bumping to the corners and light surface scuffing to the plain rear panel. The red cloth spine is fully intact, firm, and un-faded, maintaining a tight, square binding. Internally, the pages are clean, the hinges are solid, and the illustrations remain exceptionally crisp, exhibiting only the faintest signs of handling. A highly presentable, structurally sound copy of a fragile vintage children's book.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCatalogue Note\u003c\/b\u003e: This charming mid-century children's book was both written and illustrated by Winifred Martin, noted for her engaging animal illustrations. Issued by Blackie \u0026amp; Son in their signature glazed boards with a cloth spine, the publication is undated, as was standard practice for many of the publisher's juvenile titles during this era, though bibliographical records generally attribute it to the late 1940s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eWhile the title itself is not exceptionally rare, well-preserved copies that have avoided the typical heavy wear, scribbling, and hinge-cracking associated with mid-century children's books are becoming increasingly uncommon on the open market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eA delightful mid-century tale that follows the adventures of three lovable puppies, a lively wire-haired terrier, a sweet cocker spaniel, and a spunky Scottish terrier. Beautifully brought to life by Winifred Martin’s classic illustrations, this heartwarming story captures the playful mischief and enduring charm of man's best friend.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Broadhursts Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55714980626771,"sku":"6686","price":19.8,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/1469\/6787\/files\/20261027_110440.jpg?v=1793614913","url":"https:\/\/broadhurstsbooks.com\/products\/the-three-puppies-winifred-martin","provider":"Broadhursts Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}