Curious George gets a Medal

6C H.A. Rey, signed by Margaret Rey. Boston: Houghton Mifflin Company,1985

Notes

"Curious George Gets a Medal" follows the beloved mischievous monkey as he embarks on yet another adventure. This time, George's curiosity leads him to unexpected places, ultimately resulting in a heartwarming tale of courage and friendship. Through colorful illustrations and whimsical storytelling, young readers are taken on a journey filled with laughter, lessons, and, of course, a well-deserved medal for our curious protagonist. 

Margaret Rey (1906–1996) was the co-creator of Curious George, the beloved children’s book character she developed with her husband, H. A. Rey. Originally conceived in Paris in the late 1930s, Curious George debuted in Curious George(1941), published after the couple fled Nazi-occupied France carrying their drawings with them. Margaret played a crucial role in shaping the stories, pacing, and visual clarity of the books, as well as advocating for George’s curious, mischievous, but ultimately kind-hearted personality. Although her contributions were long overshadowed by her husband’s name, Margaret Rey was instrumental in transforming Curious George into a timeless figure of children’s literature, balancing gentle humor with an understanding of childhood curiosity and learning.

Description

 Bright yellow binding with black letters and an illustration of Curious George on front cover, original dust jacket, very good condition