The Golden History of the World | 1955 First Edition | Giant Golden Book‎ |...

Seventy years old and still vivid. This is the 1955 first edition of The Golden History of the World — a Giant Golden Book written by Jane Werner Watson with illustrations by Cornelius De Witt, published by Golden Press, New York. The artwork is the real draw here: bold, richly colored mid-century illustrations spanning prehistoric life through the atomic age, every spread a small masterpiece of postwar graphic design.  Pages are clean and bright throughout with no writing or markings inside. Spine shows wear at the top as expected for its age, covers have light surface wear — overall a solid copy of a book that's genuinely hard to find in this condition.  A standout piece for Golden Books collectors, mid-century illustration enthusiasts, or anyone who just appreciates a beautiful book.  First edition, copyright 1955, Golden Press Inc.  13 x 10 x ¾  Text by Jane Werner Watson, illustrations by Cornelius De Witt  Pages clean and bright, age-appropriate exterior wear