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Rare early Disney children’s book – “Walt Disney’s Jiminy Cricket (Adventures of Pinocchio’s Friends)” published by Random House, New York.This is a charming, collectible tie-in to the 1940 Disney classic Pinocchio. Copyright 1939, 1940 by Walt Disney Productions. It follows the further adventures of Jiminy Cricket and other characters from the film, based on Carlo Collodi’s original story. Features wonderful vintage Disney illustrations throughout, including full-color cover art of Jiminy in his iconic top hat and tails, plus interior story pages and character sketches.Key Details:
• Publisher: Random House, New York
• Format: Small hardcover (approx. 7-8” tall)
• Pages: Fully illustrated story with text and multiple Jiminy Cricket drawings
• Condition: Good vintage used condition for an 85+ year old children’s book.
• Exterior shows expected wear: scuffs, scratches, and fading on the teal cover; some edge rubbing and minor corner damage.
• Spine is intact but shows shelf wear.
• Inside pages are generally clean with some age-toning, minor soiling, and typical handling marks from young readers.
• No major tears, missing pages, or writing noted (please review all photos closely).
• A solid reading/display copy with bright, charming illustrations that still pop.This early Random House Disney edition is much scarcer than later Little Golden Books or Whitman Big Little Books. It’s a fantastic piece for Disneyana collectors, Pinocchio fans, or vintage children’s book enthusiasts.Perfect for:
• Disney memorabilia collection
• Pinocchio/Jiminy Cricket display
• Vintage book shelf or man cave decor
• Gift for a Disney lover
