Marcus, Leonard - 75 Years of Children's Book Week Posters, 1994 (Hardback)

Explore the rich history of American children's literature with 75 Years of Children's Book Week Posters, compiled by Leonard S. Marcus and published by the Children's Book Council. This stunning oversized volume reproduces every official Children's Book Week poster from 1919 through 1994, featuring artwork by legendary illustrators including Jessie Willcox Smith, N. C. Wyeth, Maurice Sendak, Chris Van Allsburg, Paul Rand, and many more. Alongside the full-color posters, insightful commentary traces the evolution of children's publishing, illustration, and literacy in America. This listing is for a 1994 hardback in very good condition, making it a wonderful addition to any library of children's literature, illustration, or book history.