The Hundred and One Dalmations [Folio Society Collector's Edition: New & Sealed]

London: Folio Society, 2017. Hardcover. New. 4to - over 9¾ - 12" tall. Ogilvie, Sara. A new copy in publisher's shrink wrap, as received directly from The Folio Society. Dodie Smith's classic children's tale, 'The Hundred and One Dalmatians', in a stunning Folio collector's edition, lavishly illustrated by the award-winning Sara Ogilvie and introduced by Jacqueline Wilson. Quarter-bound in blocked cloth with textured paper sides printed with a design by the artist. Set in New Caledonia. 208 pages. 30 integrated duotone illustrations. Printed endpapers. Printed slipcase. 10'' x 7½''. Famously adapted by Walt Disney in 1961, Dodie Smith's classic tale of a great dog robbery was inspired when a friend idly remarked that Smith's own Dalmatian, also called Pongo, would make a lovely fur coat. While the film may have captured the spirit of the story, it lacks the style and moments of charm and humour that can only be found in Smith's inventive novel: the vivacious antics of Nanny Cook and Nanny Butler, the reason why Cruella, as one feisty pup discovers, tastes of pepper, and the mystery behind the identity of the hundred and oneth Dalmatian. This superb edition is introduced by former Children's Laureate, Jacqueline Wilson, who explains how 'The Hundred and One Dalmatians' won her heart when she first read it as a child, and why it has gone on to do the same for generations of children since its first publication more than 60 years ago. Sara Ogilvie's charismatic duotone illustrations heighten both the fun and energy of the story. Her Cruella is a perfect mix of the frightening and the ridiculous, and each doggy character is alive with individual personality: the mischievous Roly Poly, the tenacious Cadpig, and the adept Colonel, the sheepdog who is a 'perfect master of strategy'. Endpapers inspired by a design from the first edition illustrate 'The Twilight Barking', Smith's take on the canine evening news, and the binding design shows a pack of Dalmatians on the run while a haughty Cruella de Vil, decked out in her 'absolutely simple white mink cloak', sneers out from the spine. The slipcase, printed with signature Dalmatian spots, rounds off this joyful collector's edition. In mint condition as received directly from The Folio Society. Additional photos available on request or these may be viewed on my listing. Heavy/oversize. U.K. postage at default rate but international buyers may be asked for a little extra. Enquiries welcome. All orders professionally packed, tracked and/or signed for, and fully insured.