The Old Dog

(New York: HarperCollins, 1995. Hardcover. Fine/Near Fine. New edition. Illustrated by James Ransome. Oblong octavo. Fine in near fine dust jacket rubbed on the rear panel. With the owner Signature of Charlotte Zolotow, editor and publisher at Harper’s celebrated children’s books department, and acclaimed author of over 65 children’s books. Also Inscribed to her by the artist: "Warm wishes to Charlotte, James Ransome 6-26-95 Keep writing!" Zolotow is credited for her contributions to the Children’s Liberation Movement which believed the rights and emotional concerns of children be recognized and treated as the equal of adults. A wonderful association copy signed by a multiple Coretta Scott King Award-winning artist.