1915 The Gingerbread Man by Leonard Fable 1st Edition Antique Childrens Book

1915 The Gingerbread Man by Leonard Fable 1st Edition Antique Childrens BookThe Gingerbread ManPictures by Willy PoganyRhymes by Leonard FablePublished by McBride, Nast & Company: New York 1915 1st EditionGeneral wear to cover and spine with a few marks as shown. Gift inscription on front blank endpaper. Pages typically clean and well presented. Some contemporary light/faded blue writing on the last endpaper as shown. Good condition overall. Please study photos to understand condition. Happy to provide more photos on request.Size 25cm x 19cm x 1cm - 30 Pages (unnumbered including title page)

The Gingerbread Man

Pictures by Willy Pogany

Rhymes by Leonard Fable

Published by McBride, Nast & Company: New York 1915 1st Edition

" The Gingerbread Man, with rhymes by Leonard Fable and illustrations by Willy Pogany, published by McBride, Nast & Company in New York in 1915, is a charming early twentieth-century retelling of the classic folk tale rendered with Pogany's signature artistic flair. The familiar story of the mischievous, runaway gingerbread man is told through lively verse and brought to life by Pogany's richly coloured plates and delicate line drawings, which capture both the humour and whimsy of the tale. The collaboration between poet and artist creates a vivid sense of rhythm and motion, making this edition a visual and literary delight for children and collectors alike.

This first edition represents one of Pogany's lesser-known but beautifully produced works from his American period, showcasing his transition from Art Nouveau influences toward a more playful illustrative style. Its combination of fine printing, period design, and timeless storytelling has made it a sought-after title among early twentieth-century children's books. It will appeal to collectors of illustrated fairy tales, admirers of Willy Pogany's artistry, and enthusiasts of classic children's literature from the golden age of book illustration."

General wear to cover and spine with a few marks as shown. Gift inscription on front blank endpaper. Pages typically clean and well presented. Some contemporary light/faded blue writing on the last endpaper as shown. Good condition overall. Please study photos to understand condition. Happy to provide more photos on request.