Hassall, John [illus.] — The Jolliest Holiday Ever We Had!

G : in good condition without dust jacket. Cover edgeworn and rubbed. Endpapers browned with off-setting London Thomas Nelson & Sons First Edition 260mm x 210mm (10" x 8"). 10pp + plates. 10 coloured plates by John Hassall. John Hassall (18681948) was a highly influential British illustrator and poster artist whose work helped define early 20th-century childrens book illustration and popular visual culture in Britain. Hassall was known for his cheerful compositions in bold, bright poster style colours. His style was instantly accessible to children, combining gentle humour and simplicity.