HAWAII: Gem of the Pacific. (Landmark #49)
Edition: First edition.
New York: Random House, (1954) dj. Hardcover first edition - A 'Landmark Book' for children, illustrated by Stephen Medvey. The Landmark series is perhaps one of the best series of historical and biographical books for children from the mid-20th century, and they are especially remarkable for the quality of the writing - in many cases, a Landmark book might be the only children's book by an author who is considered an expert in their field. Includes glossary of Hawaiian words and phrases, index. 183 pp. plus 2 pp list of other Landmark books. Illustrated endpapers.
Condition: Very near fine in beige cloth covers, in a very good dust jacket with light edgewear, a bit of sunning to the spine. Original price code of 150/150 still present.