Henry Treece — The Dream-Time

Leicester, Brockhampton Press, 1967. First edition. Cloth. A very smart first edition of this illustrated historical novella for young people. First edition. Illustrated throughout. At the dawn of time, one young man would rather make pictures than fight. As he wanders, some people welcome him while others fear him, but he sees that all are struggling to make their way in this strange world. Written by Henry Treece, a British poet and writer who also worked as a teacher and editor. With a postscript by Rosemary Sutcliff, an English novelist best known for her children's books retelling historical myths and legends. Illustrated by Charles Keeping, an English illustrator, children's book author, and lithographer. In the original full cloth binding. Externally, excellent. Original unclipped dust wrapper is very smart with light shelf wear and minor sunning. Light discolouration to the flaps. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are very bright and clean throughout. Fine . Ill.: Charles Keeping. Fine/Very Good Indeed.