ROBIN HOOD Illustrated STATED FIRST EDITION Rare book 1946 MCM Medieval Outlaw For Sale

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HIS MERRY OUTLAWS

ThisSALEis foran original1946FIRST EDITIONof

ROBIN HOOD

by

J. Walker McSpaden.

YOU\'LL LOVE THIS BOOK!!!

A true collector’s copy: the1946statedFirst PrintingofRobin Hood and His Merry Outlaws, illustrated byLouis Slobodkin, artist. Known for his expressivelineworkwhose work has become increasingly sought after. This copyretainsitsoriginal dust jacket—a rarity in this grade—since books from this era almost never survive with both the jacket and interior preserved at sucha high level.

Slobodkin’s illustrations—fluid, expressive, and unmistakably his—capture the energy and folklore of Sherwood Forest with a warmth that has made his work enduringly collectible.His nameaddsartistic and historical value to the edition. His illustrations in this book—bothblack‑and‑whiteand color plates—are a key selling point noted by sellers and collectors.

This first printing preserves the original layout, typography, and illustration plates exactly as issued.First editions—especially those explicitly marked“1st Edition, 1st Printing, April 1946”—are more collectible and command higher prices.

✨ Key Features

• Stated First Printing — 1946

• Original dust jacketinextraordinary Very Good condition

• Illustrated by Louis Slobodkin, Caldecott Medal–winning artist

• Tight binding, clean pages, and strong shelf presentation

• Ideal for collectors ofGolden Age andRobin Hood editions

It’sa 1946 First Edition in the Rainbow Classics Series

The 1946Rainbow Classicsprinting is the earliest edition of this version. First editions—especially those explicitly marked“1st Edition, 1st Printing, April 1946”—are more collectible and command higher prices. Collectors ofmid‑centurychildren’s literature specifically seek Rainbow Classics because the series hadlimited print runs, and many copies were heavily used by schools and libraries, makingwell‑preservedexamples scarce.

🎯 Collector Appeal

• First Printings with intact jackets arescarce

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  📝 Condition (Extraordinary Very Good)

  • This copy is exceptionally well‑preserved for its era, with a dust jacket that retains strong color and shows only minimal edge wear, with no major chips. The jacket spine remains fully legible and unfaded, a rarity for books of this period. The hardcover boards are clean with only light age toning, while the pages are crisp, free of writing, tears, or loose signatures. The binding is tight and square, giving the book a solid, well‑cared‑for feel. Overall, it is a remarkably preserved example—far superior to the typical copies that surface from this time.

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  📚 Synopsis

  This edition retells the legendary adventures ofRobin Hood, the heroic outlaw of Sherwood Forest, and his loyal band of Merry Men. ThroughSlobodkin’sexpressive illustrations, readers follow Robin as he outwits the Sheriff of Nottingham, aids the poor, and upholds justice with charm, courage, and mischief.Slobodkinbrings the legendary outlaw and his band to life in a way that collectors and nostalgic readers love.

  The stories blend action, humor, and moral clarity, making this one of the most belovedmid‑centuryretellings of the classic English folklore.