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1935 First Edition - The Box of Delights or When the Wolves Were Running by John Masefield.
1935 First Edition - The Box of Delights or When the Wolves Were Running by John Masefield.
1935 First Edition - The Box of Delights or When the Wolves Were Running by John Masefield.
1935 First Edition - The Box of Delights or When the Wolves Were Running by John Masefield.
1935 First Edition - The Box of Delights or When the Wolves Were Running by John Masefield.
1935 First Edition - The Box of Delights or When the Wolves Were Running by John Masefield.
1935 First Edition - The Box of Delights or When the Wolves Were Running by John Masefield.
1935 First Edition - The Box of Delights or When the Wolves Were Running by John Masefield.
1935 First Edition - The Box of Delights or When the Wolves Were Running by John Masefield.
1935 First Edition - The Box of Delights or When the Wolves Were Running by John Masefield.
1935 First Edition - The Box of Delights or When the Wolves Were Running by John Masefield.
1935 First Edition - The Box of Delights or When the Wolves Were Running by John Masefield.
1935 First Edition - The Box of Delights or When the Wolves Were Running by John Masefield.
1935 First Edition - The Box of Delights or When the Wolves Were Running by John Masefield.
1935 First Edition - The Box of Delights or When the Wolves Were Running by John Masefield.
1935 First Edition - The Box of Delights or When the Wolves Were Running by John Masefield.
1935 First Edition - The Box of Delights or When the Wolves Were Running by John Masefield.
1935 First Edition - The Box of Delights or When the Wolves Were Running by John Masefield.
1935 First Edition - The Box of Delights or When the Wolves Were Running by John Masefield.
1935 First Edition - The Box of Delights or When the Wolves Were Running by John Masefield.
1935 First Edition - The Box of Delights or When the Wolves Were Running by John Masefield.
1935 First Edition - The Box of Delights or When the Wolves Were Running by John Masefield.
1935 First Edition - The Box of Delights or When the Wolves Were Running by John Masefield.

1935 First Edition - The Box of Delights or When the Wolves Were Running by John Masefield.

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Author: John Masefield
Title: The Box of Delights or When the Wolves Were Running.
Publisher: London, William Heinemann, 1935. First Edition.
Language: Text in English.
Size: 7.5" X 5.5".
Pages: 418 pages.
Binding: Very good original full-cloth binding (hinges fine, overall slightly worn and scuffed - as shown) under a protective removable mylar cover.
Content: Very good content (bright, tight, and clean - as shown). 
Illustrations: Complete with nice in-text illustrations.

Estimate: (USD 350 - USD 500).

The book: "A first edition of "The Box of Delights or When the Wolves Were Running" by John Masefield, published in 1935 by William Heinemann, London. This classic children's novel is known for its imaginative story and vivid depiction of a magical world. The book includes in-text illustrations that enhance the narrative, making it a cherished piece for both collectors and young readers.

The story in "The Box of Delights" is a fantastical adventure that follows the protagonist, a young boy named Kay Harker. He finds himself embroiled in a magical battle against dark forces, involving a mysterious box that has the power to manipulate time and space. The novel is celebrated for its rich, descriptive storytelling and the creation of an enchanting, mythical universe."

The author: John Masefield (1878–1967) was an English poet and writer, appointed as Poet Laureate of the United Kingdom in 1930. He is best known for his poems of the sea and his children’s novels, including "The Box of Delights" and its predecessor, "The Midnight Folk." Masefield's work in children's literature is notable for its imaginative scope and the ability to capture the wonder of adventure.

The illustrator: Reginald John "Rex" Whistler (24 June 1905 – 18 July 1944) was a British painter, designer, and illustrator, who was killed in action in the Second World War.

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