THE TIGER WHO LOST HIS STRIPES

London: Andersen Press, 1980. Fine.. Signed limited first edition of this charming story of a tiger who wakes up one morning without his stripes, and his quest to reclaim them from a wily python. THE GUARDIAN identifies Michael Foreman as "one of the best-known British writer-illustrators," in part thanks to his remarkable output: since he began his career in 1961, he has published over 300 books for children and adults. He has earned two Kate Greenaway Medals, and has twice been nominated for the Hans Christian Andersen Award. 8.25'' x 10''. Original color pictorial boards. No dust jacket (as issued). Illustrated in color. [16] leaves. Signed by Paul and Foreman to front flyleaf, numbered 33 of 100. Large postcard of THE TIGER loosely laid in. In original green slipcase. Slipcase with a touch of rubbing. Postcard with scattered foxing. Sharp and bright.