ULTIMATE Dr. Seuss DISCONTINUED 19-Book Library Archive - Rare VariantS & 1937 Blue "And To Think It Happened On Mulberry Street"

itle: ULTIMATE Dr. Seuss DISCONTINUED 19-Book Library Archive - Rare Variants & 1937 Blue

Description:

A Rare Opportunity for the Serious Dr. Seuss Collector. Up for auction is a curated 19-book "Master Archive" featuring all six of the titles withdrawn from publication in 2021. This collection isn't just a set of books; it is a bibliographic timeline of library-reinforced editions spanning from the iconic 1930s-style cover art through the durable "Gibraltar" glossy editions of the late 20th century.

The "Discontinued Six" included in this 19-Book Lot:

• And to Think That I Saw It on Mulberry Street (6 Variants): Features the rare "First State" white-on-blue cover art (1937 style), the Spanish Edition (Y pensar que lo vi en la calle Porvenir), the 75th Anniversary Edition, and multiple 1980s library printings.

• McElligot’s Pool (4 Variants): A beautiful set of glossy library editions, including the Caldecott Honor Seal edition.

• Scrambled Eggs Super! (4 Variants): Includes a vintage 1953 cloth-texture edition, a rare "Purple/Dark" glossy variant (54th printing), a 44th printing, and the "Classic Seuss" reissue.

• If I Ran the Zoo (2 Variants): Both 1977 library-reinforced editions (one with the Caldecott seal, one without).

• On Beyond Zebra! (2 Variants): Vibrant 1983 glossy library editions in high-grade condition.

• The Cat’s Quizzer (1 Copy): The elusive "Beginner Books" logo edition.

Detailed Condition Report

"Authentic Library Character" These are genuine ex-library copies. While the majority are in Remarkable to Like-New condition (vibrant, sturdy, and clean), they carry the history of their service:

• The Good: Many copies appear nearly unread with crisp glossy covers. The high-quality library bindings have preserved these titles far better than standard retail versions.

• The Wear: Some volumes show typical shelf wear and "bumping" on the corners. A few pages across the lot may have minor rips or small instances of pencil/ink writing.

• Library Marks: All books feature various school/library stamps. Some include original library pockets or checkout slips. One volume has a vintage gift inscription; another (Mulberry Street) has "K K" written in ink on the front cover (see photos).

• Integrity: All 19 books are structurally sound and complete. No missing pages.

Item Specifics

• Quantity: 19 Books.

• Titles: All 6 Discontinued Titles (Complete Set).

• Format: Mixed Library-Reinforced Hardcovers (Glossy & Cloth).

• Condition: Good to Near-Fine (Ex-Library).

• Features: Discontinued/Withdrawn, Multiple Printing Variants, Award Seals, Spanish Edition.

Value Summary

A turnkey collection of 40+ years of Dr. Seuss history. Finding all six titles in one place is rare; finding 19 distinct variants in this condition is a significant investment opportunity.