$40 · 1948 The Story of Doctor Dolittle by Hugh Lofting – Tenth Edition

The Story of Doctor Dolittle By Hugh Lofting Published in 1948 by J.B. Lippincott Company Tenth Edition | Illustrated by the Author This 1948 printing of The Story of Doctor Dolittle includes a special introduction by Sir Hugh Walpole written for this edition. Originally born out of illustrated letters Lofting sent home to his children during World War I, this is the first book in the beloved Doctor Dolittle series, introducing readers to the gentle British doctor who discovers he can talk to animals — and sets off for Africa to help a colony of sick monkeys. Bound in red cloth boards, this copy features a pictorial onlay to the front panel — a vivid color illustration mounted directly to the cloth. The illustrated front pastedown and endpapers add an extra layer of charm, with the author’s drawings bringing warmth and whimsy to the book’s interior. All 172 pages are clean and bright, with no markings beyond a small gift inscription on the pre-title page. The binding is secure, with no seam issues. There is light bumping to the corners and some gentle wear to the boards, consistent with age, but overall this copy presents beautifully. An enduring classic with timeless appeal, this edition is both a pleasure to read and a piece of children’s literary history. Happy to discuss shipping options!