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...Rochester, the abridged editions of which were not allowed in this country; and original pamphlets of Ryron's. "Don Juan," "Mazeppa," and "Manfred." A volume which should be of interest to everyone is a first presentation edition of "When We Were Very Young," signed by the author and Christopher Robin with letters from both and signed photographs of Christopher Robin and Winnie-the-Pooth...
...this operetta in the present manner, we have brimming beakers, tavern brawls, heralds issuing defies, and vagabonds made kings for a day, wooing beautiful ladies pursued by grasping Brugundian nobles. Francois Villon once again lives as the Robin Hood of France; Louis XI consults his astrologer; bibulous rogues hoist their beakers while their voices are raised in fulsome drinking songs; Scottish Guards march boldly; and court ladies make one regret the passing of gallantry in favor of equal rights...
WINNIE-THE-POOH - A. A. Milne - Dutton ($2). Christopher Robin thought it was a boy, but it wasn...
...average theatre-goer, meaning a mixture of the T. B. M., George Jean Nathan, and one's maiden aunt, would, if consulted, much prefer to hear Al Jolson chant the imminent arrival of the red, red robin than see him in Shakespearian roles. No tragedy, however inspiring, could afford Mr. Jolson a legitimate opportunity to bellow for his Mammy. When one wants to see a faithful portrayal of the real negro there is Paul Robeson. But Al Jolson, in spite of Eddie Cantor's admirable attempts, is absolutely unique. And now he threatens to reform...
Winnie and the other friends of Christopher Robin are well worth your acquaintance in this new volume of lovable whimsies...