Poznań 2019. G&P Publishing House. 24x32.5 cm, 317 pages, numerous illustrations, hardcover. In very good condition.
A richly illustrated publication dedicated to Jan Marcin Szancer (1902–1973), one of the most recognizable Polish book illustrators of the 20th century. The book explores his life and work and showcases numerous pieces by the artist, known from editions of classics of children’s and young adult literature. A special focus is placed on the distinctive world of Szancer’s illustrations—full of fantasy, humor, and incredibly evocative characters that have become permanently associated with the books read by successive generations.



