Anthony Paul — The Tiger Who Lost His Stripes

London, Andersen Press, 1980. First edition. Hardback. A lovely children"s tale following General MacTiger coping with losing his stripes, signed by both author and illustrator, Anthony Paul and Michael Foreman. The first edition of The Tiger Who Lost His Stripes, the lovely children"s book written by Anthony Paul, and illustrated by acclaimed illustrator Michael Foreman. Double signed by both illustrator and author. In the publisher"s original pictorial paper boards, with lovely full-page colour illustrations by Foreman throughout.Foreman is a very prestigious illustrator, twice nominated for the Hans Christian Andersen award. A very popular tale following General MacTiger losing his stripes, exploring themes of confidence, self-esteem and order, all tied with a heartwarming message. The story vividly expresses Foreman's wish to make all his illustrations to create emotionally believable worlds. In the publisher"s original pictorial paper boards. Externally, in excellent condition, with minimal marks and edgewear. End papers are bright and clean. Internally, firmly bound. Paul and Foreman"s signed inscriptions to title leaf. Pages are bright and clean. Fine . Ill.: Michael Foreman. Fine .