When We Were Very Young
A A Milne
Verlag: Methuen & Co Ltd, 1950
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1950. Fifty-second edition, 631st thou. 99 pages. Dust jacket with the familiar 'Halfway Down' illustration over blue cloth with red figures. The lively drawings of Ernest Shepard abound. In English. Dimensions: 19cm x 13cm x 1.5cm. Pages remain bright and clean. Binding remains firm. Dedication to front free endpaper, dated Christmas 1950. Boards have mild shelf wear with light rubbing and corner bumping and some mild marking and tanning. Book has slight forward lean. Clipped jacket has moderate edge wear with tears, chips, and some small areas of loss. Noticeable rubbing and marking. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 1774260875MHU
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Titel: When We Were Very Young
Verlag: Methuen & Co Ltd
Erscheinungsdatum: 1950
Einband: Hardcover
Zustand: Good
Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Schutzumschlag
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When We Were Very Young
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Hardback. Zustand: Used. Ah, ?When We Were Very Young?, a title that might prompt a nostalgic sigh from the candlelit corners of your memory. But do not be fooled?this isn?t a rose-tinted glimpse into your sun-drenched childhood days, but rather a peculiar jaunt through the whimsical realms of AA Milne?s imagination, where the past and its peculiarities dance like awkward relatives at a wedding. Published in the year 2002?a date that should have heralded the rise of flying cars and robot butlers?it seems even Milne?s timeless charm needed a modern makeover, akin to putting a bowler hat on a hedgehog. In this curious compendium, you will find poems that meander like a lost sheep on a foggy moor, navigating the trials of youth with both innocence and cheek. Milne has taken the audacity of childhood, sprinkled it with a pinch of irony, and served it up on a platter of playful absurdity. Children prance through fields of imagination, while their adult counterparts glance over their spectacles, muttering, ?Well, yes, that?s all very charming, but what about taxes?? As you flip through this delightful book, expect to encounter whimsical characters who may or may not resemble your childhood acquaintances. There?s bound to be a whimsical chap who hoards jam jars, a girl who insists on speaking to her stuffed animals in an elaborate accent, and perhaps a wise old tortoise offering unsolicited advice on how to properly procrastinate. The poetry, light and frothy, dances like a dandelion in the breeze, while simultaneously tapping its watch impatiently, reminding you of all the responsibilities you?ve put off for ?just one more chapter.? Perhaps you?ll find yourself pondering existential questions that arise from stanzas as sprightly as a three-legged rabbit on roller skates. Why, for instance, do children believe that the moon is merely a suggestion rather than a celestial body? And what does it mean for a child to venture into the world armed with only a bucket and an overactive imagination? Milne raises these questions as if they were delicate pinwheels, spinning whimsically but ultimately leaving you slightly dizzy and questioning the very fabric of life. Now, let?s address the elephant in the room?or perhaps the rather sprightly rabbit: the condition of this particular copy. Condition: Used. Yes, that?s right! This book has been loved, cherished, and possibly spilled upon by the inky fingers of eager young readers who demanded more from life than mere bedtime stories. Expect the pages to carry a dusting of nostalgia, a faint whiff of crayons, and perhaps the ghost of a childhood pet?oh, the joys of second-hand literature! Each crease tells a story, and each smudge is a reminder that someone once laughed, cried, or simply grumbled through these lines. Will you find wisdom in the words of this dusty tome? Perhaps! Or maybe you?ll just discover a new appreciation for the absurdity of life, manifesting through the innocent eyes of youth. It?s hard to say, really. The beauty of Milne?s work lies in its ability to transform the mundane into the remarkable, challenging you to see the world through the lens of a child who believes a garden gnome is a wise sage. So grab your magnifying glass and prepare for an exploration of thoughts that are as tangled as the headphones in your pocket. You might just find that ?When We Were Very Young? is less about nostalgia and more about the delightful chaos of being human. Available exclusively from Crappy Old Books, where we guarantee a unique selection of literary treasures (and occasional traps). Up for the challenge? Turn the page and let the quirks unfold! Your next escapade awaits. THIS BOOK BEARS THE CRAPPY OLD BOOKS STAMP. IF THAT IS UNDESIRABLE PLEASE DO NOT BUY THIS. THE STAMP MARKS WHICH IS USUALLY TO THE FRONT AND BACK INNER PAGES SAYS SOLD BY CRAPPY OLD BOOKS WITH WEB SITE URL. IT IN NO WAY DEMINISHED FROM THE READING. IF YOU WANT A PRISTINE BOOK, PLEASE FIND ANOTHER BOOK IN BETTER CONDITION SOMEWHERE ELSE. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 2456
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When We Were Very Young
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Zustand: good. Shepard, Ernest H. (illustrator). The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact including the dust cover, if applicable . Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 4WILKM00P5H7
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When We Were Very Young (Winnie-the-Pooh)
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Zustand: Good. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. A copy that has been read but remains in clean condition. All of the pages are intact and the cover is intact and the spine may show signs of wear. The book may have minor markings which are not specifically mentioned. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers rev5195884943
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When We Were Very Young
Anbieter: Phatpocket Limited, Waltham Abbey, HERTS, Vereinigtes Königreich
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Zustand: Good. Your purchase helps support Sri Lankan Children's Charity 'The Rainbow Centre'. Ex-library, so some stamps and wear, but in good overall condition. Our donations to The Rainbow Centre have helped provide an education and a safe haven to hundreds of children who live in appalling conditions. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers Z1-M-007-03004
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WHEN WE WERE VERY YOUNG
Verlag:
METHUEN & CO, 1950
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Hardcover
Anbieter: L G BOOKS, WEYMOUTH, Vereinigtes Königreich
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Hardcover. Zustand: Poor. No Jacket. 5th or later Edition. 52ND EDITION. NO DJ, SHELF WEAR AND MARKING ON BOARDS, WEAR ALONG SPINE, CLOTH WEAR AT EXTREMITIES, CORNERS KNOCKED, FRONT HINGE VERY LOOSE WITH END-PAPERS SPLIT AT GUTTER, SOME PLAY IN REAR HINGE WITH END-PAPERS SPLIT , RIPPLING ON ONE SIDE OF REAR PASTEDOWN, SIDES TANNED, PEN MARK ON TITLE PAGE, SOME PLAY IN BINDING, OTHERWISE GOOD. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers ABE-1693401790854
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When We Were Very Young (With decorations by Ernest H. Shepard.)
Anbieter: GloryBe Books & Ephemera, LLC, Deforest, WI, USA
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Paperback. Zustand: Good. Shepard, Ernest H. (illustrator). Pages tanned. Contents are clean and tight. Good Plus. NOT A FORMER LIBRARY BOOK. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 6406
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When We Were Very Young (Winnie-the-Pooh)
Anbieter: WeBuyBooks, Rossendale, LANCS, Vereinigtes Königreich
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Zustand: Good. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. A copy that has been read but remains in clean condition. All of the pages are intact and the cover is intact and the spine may show signs of wear. The book may have minor markings which are not specifically mentioned. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers rev6207547641
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When We Were Very Young
Verlag:
Methuen & Co. Ltd, 1965
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Soft cover
Anbieter: Redruth Book Shop, Cornwall, Vereinigtes Königreich
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Soft cover. Zustand: Good. No Jacket. Decorations by E.H. Shepard (illustrator). Good condition soft cover pictorial cover, no DJ. 100 pages good and clean with clear print. Black and white decorations (Illustrations). No foxing, no previous names. Usual signs of having been read. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 023546
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When We Were Very Young Deluxe Edition (Winnie-the-Pooh)
Verlag:
Dutton Books for Young Readers, 2009
ISBN 10: 0525479309
ISBN 13: 9780525479307
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Hardcover
Anbieter: Evergreen Goodwill, Seattle, WA, USA
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hardcover. Zustand: Good. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers mon0000619258
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When We Were Very Young (Winnie-the-Pooh - Classic Editions)
Anbieter: SN Books Ltd, Thetford, Vereinigtes Königreich
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Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Shepard, E. H. (illustrator). Orders shipped daily from the UK. Professional seller. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers mon0000102822
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