BIRTHDAY, John Steptoe, 1972, 1st Edition in dust retailer jacket, scarce

retailer Steptoe, John.

Birthday.

New York: Holt, Rinehart & Winston, 1972.

Stated First Edition.

Oblong 8vo.

Near Fine / Very Good.

Violet boards with minor wear, previous owner's name; illustrated dust jacket with edge wear and one long closed tear. A young boy's happiest day, set in a fantasied black community. Brilliant color artwork. First editions are scarce.