Cyril Cowell & Morley Adams — Adam the Gardener

Not Stated, The Sunday Express by Lane Publications Ltd. 1947. Paperback. A scarce guide to gardening, illustrated with cartoons featuring the loveable character Adam the Gardener. This work describes the work of each week through the year, as well as suggestions for garden plans and a number of tips.Adam the gardener was a national icon of the 1940s, featuring in the Sunday Express every week.Written by Morley Adams.Illustrated by Cyril Cowell (1888-1967), an illustrator known for his children's work and work for annuals. He illustrated for Enid Blyton, as well as Mickey Mouse Weekly and Fairyland Tales.A delightful gardener's guide featuring this popular character. In the publisher's original paper wraps. Externally generally smart, with a little loss to the head and tail of the spine and some general wear to the covers. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are a little age-toned. Good . Ill.: Not Stated. Good .