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First edition of ''Curious George'', the first of the ''Original Adventures'', signed by ''The Reys'' (likely Margret Rey) with original ink drawing of Curious George holding a yellow hat. Published by Houghton Mifflin: Boston: 1941. Inscribed on front free endpaper opposite title page: ''To Nancy (& Sam too) / from her old friends / the Reys / Jan. 1, 1961''. Though H.A. Rey's wife, Margret, was not credited on early copies of ''Curious George'', the character and stories were co-authored by the couple. Bound in red cloth without dustjacket, fully illustrated book contains 52 pages. Measures 8.5'' x 10.5''. Light sunning and discoloration to boards, and binding is starting to separate along hinges, especially towards bottom. Previous owner's name is unobtrusively written on ownership page. Overall very good condition, with very rare original ink drawing.
''Curious George'' First Edition Signed by The Reys With Original Ink Drawing of Curious George -- First Book From 1941''Curious George'' First Edition Signed by The Reys With Original Ink Drawing of Curious George -- First Book From 1941''Curious George'' First Edition Signed by The Reys With Original Ink Drawing of Curious George -- First Book From 1941''Curious George'' First Edition Signed by The Reys With Original Ink Drawing of Curious George -- First Book From 1941
''Curious George'' First Edition Signed by The Reys With Original Ink Drawing of Curious George -- First Book From 1941''Curious George'' First Edition Signed by The Reys With Original Ink Drawing of Curious George -- First Book From 1941
''Curious George'' First Edition Signed by The Reys With Original Ink Drawing of Curious George -- First Book From 1941
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