Bennett cerfs book of laughs bennett cerf carl rose random house, 1959 the 11th book published in the random house beginner books series was written by the original funny man and cofounder of random house, bennett cerf. Bennett cerf s book of laughs hardcover 1959 1st edition. Bennett cerf author of at random goodreads share book. What i like best about this book is that its essentially a joke book yet told through the misadventures of a little boy named marvin. Bennett cerf s book of laughs hardcover september 12, 1959.
But tell mewhat does, at the farm marvin saw a cow. Bennett cerf was a humor writer who also appeared on the classic game show whats my line. First printings of the each of beginner books published from 1957to1973 should be considered by childrens book collectors. Seller assumes all responsibility for this listing. Bennett cerf, one of the coun trys foremost book publishers, died late friday night at his estate in mount kisco, n. Bennett cerf s bumper crop of anecdotes and stories, v1.
In 1925 he acquired the modern library with donald klopfer, providing the foundation for their next publishing venture, random house. Published september 12th 1959 by random house books for young readers. Cerf later presented the frenchlanguage book to columbia university. Bennett cerfs book of laughs vintage kids books my kid. Jul 20, 2010 bennett cerfs book of laughs bennett cerf carl rose random house, 1959 the 11th book published in the random house beginner books series was written by the original funny man and cofounder of random house, bennett cerf. Famous ghost stories by bennett cerf editor alibris. Easytoread, easytoremember riddles will also be enjoyed by older children, particularly those with reading difficulties.
Bennett cerfs book of laughs hardcover september 12, 1959. This is a new release of the original 1956 edition. Buy famous ghost stories by bennett cerf editor online at alibris. Book of laughs, bennett cerf, vintage 1950s childrens book, 1959.
Bennett cerfs book of laughs illustrated by carl rose beginner books a division of random house. Bennett cerf was born in 1898 in manhattan and graduated from columbia university with a degree in journalism. Aug 29, 1971 bennett cerf, one of the coun try s foremost book publishers, died late friday night at his estate in mount kisco, n. You have a chance at a 1959 bennet cerfs book of laughs by dr. Bennett cerfs book of laughs bennett cerf carl rose random house, 1959.
This first edition hardcover has one word of writing on the first page and minor wear from time but still a great vintage addition to any collection. New listingbennett cerfs book of laughs 1959 bennett cerf vintage hardcover. Seuss books, however there has not been as keen an interest in the nonseuss beginner books. Be the first to ask a question about bennett cerfs book of laughs. What i like best about this book is that its essentially a joke book yet told through the misadventures of a little boy. Seuss book club written by bennett cerfs this book measures 9. Bennett cerfs bumper crop of anecdotes and stories, v1. Famous ghost stories by cerf, bennett, 18981971, comp. A very good plus book some offsetting to the endpages, a bit of rubbing to the cloth on part of the lower edge in near fine dustjacket with very light wear, but unfaded and unclipped. No dust jackets the cover shows signs of wear, and has dirty spots on both sides see photos for details. Bennett cerfs book of laughs bennett cerf, carl rose on. Cerf was known for his compilations of jokes and stories, and for his regular appearances. Bennett cerf was one of the founders of the publishing firm random house.
Bennett cerfs book of laughs by bennett cerf goodreads. Bennett cerf s book of laughs bennett cerf, carl rose on. Collecting,identifying, and valuing first edition beginner. We personally assess every books quality and offer rare, outofprint treasures. Bennett alfred cerf may 25, 1898 august 27, 1971 was an american publisher and. This is a collection of 2000 stories, anecdotes, and amiable observations, conveniently arranged for retelling in 100 categories. Carl rose marvins days are filled with many humorous situations. Bennett cerf s book of laughs illustrated by carl rose beginner books a division of random house. Wear edgescorners of cover boards visible at book corners. Please refer to the photos for condition and if you have any questions dont hesitate to ask thank you for your interest please check out our other items up for grabs cerf s book of laughs by bennett cerf 1959, hardcover at the best online prices at ebay. Bennett cerfs book of laughs 1959 i can read it all by.
Cerf was known for his compilations of jokes and stories, and for his regular appearances on the panel game show what s my line. Some little spots on cover below laughs and at top edge of cover. Bennett cerfs book of laughs is a vintage childrens book from the 1950s. Thriftbooks sells millions of used books at the lowest everyday prices. The cause of death was not immediately determined, but. This is a fun book of humorous anecdotes and jokes for children.
Part of the vanguard of young new york publishers who revolutionized the book business in the 1920s and 30s, cerf helped usher in publishings golden age. See all 5 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Bennett cerfs book of laughs vintage kids books my kid loves. Publication date 1956 topics ghost stories publisher new york, random house collection. Author of bennett cerfs book of laughs 1959, bennett cerfs book of riddles 1960, more riddles1961. See all 6 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Bennett cerfs book of laughs hardcover 1959 1st edition.
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