BANKS, Lynne Reid.
The Indian In The Cupboard.
'But what shall I do with the cupboard? Omri asked desperately 'Leave it empty,' said Patrick. 'In case.' He didn't say in case what. But he didn't have to Just to know you could. That was enough": First Edition Of The Author’s Most Beloved Novel; Lengthily Inscribed by Lynne Reid Banks
London: J.M. Dent, 1980.
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First edition of the author's classic novel and one that has went on to sell over 10 million copies. Octavo, original cloth, illustrated by Robin Jacques. Presentation copy, lengthily inscribed by the author on the front free endpaper, "For Jamie Lynne Reid Banks 'But what shall I do with the cupboard? Omri asked desperately 'Leave it empty,' said Patrick. 'In case.' He didn't say in case what. But he didn't have to Just to know you could. That was enough." Fine in a fine dust jacket. A unique example.
The Indian in the Cupboard was originally published by in London in 1980, and it was immediately rated "the best novel of the year" then "best children's book of the year" by The New York Times. Its enduring status as a classic is confirmed by its use within the teaching curricula for children's reading. The story is of a young man who a present that will change his life: a plastic miniature Indian that magically comes to life inside a mysterious old cupboard. Magic is not a feature of the plot solely but an effect to inspire children readers. Indeed, Publisher Weekly praised it as "Skyhigh fantasy that will enthrall readers."
The Indian In The Cupboard.
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