Thornton W Burgess Appraisal

Buster Bear's Twins by Thornton W. Burgess

This item is an open book, revealing its title page. The title at the top is "BUSTER BEAR'S TWINS," followed by "BY THORNTON W. BURGESS." Below the author's name, it states "With Illustrations by HARRISON CADY." The page is made of a cream-colored paper, which exhibits some minor discoloration and possible foxing due to age, visible as faint darker specks. There's a notable block of text framed by decorative flourishes, which reads: "This book, while produced under wartime conditions, in full compliance with government regulations for the conservation of paper and other essential materials, is COMPLETE AND UNABRIDGED." This detail strongly suggests the book was printed during a period of material rationing, likely World War II (1939-1945), placing its estimated age in the mid-20th century. At the bottom of the page, the publisher is identified as "GROSSET & DUNLAP Publishers New York." Additionally, it states, "Printed by arrangement with Little, Brown, and Company," indicating a licensing or reprint agreement. The page shows minor wear around the edges, including some slight dog-earing or creasing, particularly at the bottom right corner. The binding is visible on the left side, suggesting a sewn-bound construction, and the paper shows some texture from the printing process. The overall condition suggests a well-read but relatively intact vintage children's book. The typography is clear and legible, using a traditional serif font for the main text, with the title in a slightly larger and bolder font.