What is a Shadow? manuscript and published book
Content Description
Manuscript mock-up of children's book, What is a Shadow?: A Second Book of Simple Science Fun" by Bob Ridiman, acquired with a copy of the printed book (New York: Parents' Magazine Press, 1973). Handwritten volume with brad binding includes layout and illustrations. Author was a promotion designer for King Features Syndicate and cartoonist. Each page has original illustrations and lettering in pen and hand-cut pasted elements. An excellent example of 20th-century book production process.
Acquisition Type
Purchase
Provenance
Purchased, 27 November 2017.
Restrictions Apply
No
Dates
- Creation: 1973
Extent
0.03 Cubic Feet (1 folder)
Inventory
1 manuscript, 1 published copy of the book.