Vintage Mother Goose book in bright red boards with Provensen illustrations, 1948 copyright page, and 367 childhood favorites in a Giant Golden Book.
Details
• Item: Vintage illustrated children’s nursery rhyme book
• Title: The Golden Mother Goose
• Author: Jane Werner, selected by
• Illustrator: Alice and Martin Provensen
• Publisher: Simon and Schuster, New York
• Year: Copyright page shows 1948
• Format: Hardcover
• Size / Measurements: 13 x 10 x .05
• Page Count: 96 pages
• Cover / Jacket Colors: Red-orange cover boards with yellow panel and black/red illustration; red-orange back cover with small central emblem
• Genre / Subject: Children’s book; nursery rhymes; illustrated poetry; Mother Goose
Condition Grade: Good
Positives
• All pages are firmly attached per user notes
• Cover hinges appear sound from the photos provided
• Binding remains solid and the book presents well
• Front cover graphics are bright and striking
• Interior pages shown are clean and highly displayable
• Illustrations remain vivid and attractive
• Spine title is readable
Issues / Wear
• Boards show rubbing and light surface wear
• Edge wear and corner wear are visible, including rubbing at corners and spine ends
• A few small spots / marks are visible on the covers
• Page edges show age toning
• Interior pages show light age toning
• A small stain / spot is visible near the bottom of the title page
• No dust jacket
Collector’s Notes
This book appeals because it is more than a standard Mother Goose reprint. It brings together the instantly recognizable Giant Golden Book format, the cheerful mid-century design, and the distinctive work of Alice and Martin Provensen.
For collectors, that means strong crossover appeal: Golden Book collectors, vintage illustration buyers, nursery decorators, and readers who want a classic they will actually open and enjoy.
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Disclaimer
All items are vintage and may show signs of age, wear, or use consistent with their history. Photos show the exact condition of each piece—please review them carefully, as they are part of the description.
Care and Handling:
Handle with clean, dry hands. Store upright, out of direct sunlight, at about 68°F and 40–50% relative humidity. Avoid damp areas and extreme temperature swings. Please note: If you have any questions
