The Marvels by Brian Selznick Signed Hardcover Illustrated Novel Scholastic Press

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DESCRIPTION A signed hardcover copy of The Marvels by Brian Selznick, published by Scholastic Press and signed by the author on the title page. Known for his highly visual storytelling, Selznick combines an extended illustrated sequence with a prose narrative, creating a layered work that bridges children’s literature, illustrated fiction, theatrical family history, and visual narrative. The title page is signed “B. Selznick,” and the bookplate on the facing page identifies the previous owner’s library. Author: Brian Selznick Title: The Marvels Publisher: Scholastic Press Place of Publication: New York Year: 2015 Edition: First Edition not verified from available image Printing: First Printing not verified from available image Binding: Hardcover Dust Jacket: Not shown / not stated ISBN, if applicable: 9780545448680 Illustrations: Illustrated throughout by Brian Selznick Pagination: Not stated Language: English Provenance: Decorative ownership bookplate present for “the Garcia family”; pencil notation visible at upper right Signed: Signed by Brian Selznick on title page Notable Attributes: Signed by Brian Selznick; illustrated hardcover novel; Scholastic Press publication; decorative ownership bookplate present; author of The Invention of Hugo Cabret and Wonderstruck Edition Verification Notes: Title page shows Scholastic Press, New York, and author signature. First edition and first printing status are not verified from the provided image because the copyright/number-line page is not shown. ISBN and 2015 publication information are consistent with Scholastic Press hardcover editions of this title. Condition: Hardcover copy with title page and front bookplate page shown. Interior pages appear generally clean from the provided image. A decorative ownership bookplate is present on the front pastedown or facing page, and a small pencil notation is visible at the upper right of the title page. Exterior boards, spine, binding, page edges, dust jacket status, and full interior condition are not fully visible from the available image and should be reviewed in the complete photo set. Description: Signed hardcover copy of Brian Selznick’s The Marvels, published by Scholastic Press. The book is illustrated throughout by the author and combines visual storytelling with prose narrative. Signed “B. Selznick” on the title page. Decorative ownership bookplate present for the Garcia family. Edition and printing status are not confirmed from the available image. From a carefully curated catalog emphasizing collectible, decorative, and historically significant editions selected for condition and presentation. Collector and dealer inquiries are welcome, and we are happy to watch for specific titles or editions for private libraries and curated collections. All items are carefully packed and shipped using environmentally conscious materials, including recycled boxes and protective packing whenever possible. FROM THE HOUSE Brian Selznick’s books have a way of feeling less like ordinary novels and more like small theatrical productions staged in paper and graphite. The Marvels carries that signature blend of mystery, visual drama, and emotional inheritance, making the author-signed title page especially appealing for collectors of modern illustrated fiction. It is a thoughtful copy for a young reader’s keepsake shelf, a Selznick collector, or any library that believes children’s books deserve to be collected with the same seriousness as grown-up ones. ~ Maxwell