Big Hearted Moose Book Appraisal

Thidwick The Big-Hearted Moose by Dr. Seuss

The item is a hardcover children's book titled "Thidwick The Big-Hearted Moose" by Dr. Seuss. The cover features a vibrant teal or turquoise background that dominates the visual. The title "THIDWICK" is prominently displayed in red, capitalized letters within a white, banner-like scroll at the top. Below this, "The Big-Hearted Moose" is written in a teal script. The main illustration depicts Thidwick, the moose character, rendered in black and white with expressive eyes and a slightly goofy smile. His antlers are large and prominent, extending from the top of his head, with a touch of red coloring visible on his forehead, possibly representing hair or a distinguishing mark. The moose graphic covers a significant portion of the lower and central areas of the cover, emerging from stylized black and white grass-like strokes at the bottom. The author's name, "By Dr. Seuss," is located at the bottom right in red, distinctive lettering. The book appears to be of standard children's book dimensions, likely around 8-10 inches in height. The materials are consistent with a typical hardcover book, featuring a durable cardboard covered with printed paper. In terms of condition, there are visible signs of wear consistent with an older, possibly well-read, copy. The cover shows scuffing, particularly noticeable across the white banner and the moose's face, indicating surface abrasion. There is a visible crease or indention running vertically down the left side of the cover, suggesting the book might have been bent or handled roughly. The corners and edges of the spine show some wear and slight fraying, which is typical for a book of this age. A white label or sticker is affixed to the lower left side of the spine, which might indicate a library copy or a previous owner's identification. The overall impression is one of a book that has been used but remains largely intact. The colors, while showing some fading, are still relatively vibrant. This particular edition likely dates from the mid-20th century, given the characteristic Dr. Seuss art style and typical book production methods of that era. The craftsmanship is evident in the bold and instantly recognizable illustrative style of Dr. Seuss, which is a hallmark of his works.