NEW Little Golden Book - Mickey Mouse and His Spaceship

Publisher: Random House Disney

Publication Date: September 13, 2016

Language: English

Hardcover: 24 pages

ISBN-10: 0736436332

ISBN-13: 978-0736436335

Reading age: 2 - 5 years

Item Weight: 90 grams

Dimensions: 17 cm x 0.5 cm x 20 cm

Mickey Mouse is one of the most iconic and beloved characters in entertainment history. Created by Walt Disney and Ub Iwerks, Mickey made his debut in the 1928 animated short film "Steamboat Willie," which was one of the first cartoons with synchronized sound. With his cheerful personality, distinctive round ears, and red shorts, Mickey quickly became the face of The Walt Disney Company and a global cultural phenomenon.

Character Evolution: Throughout the decades, Mickey Mouse has evolved from a mischievous, adventure-seeking mouse to a good-natured, optimistic character who embodies friendship, kindness, and perseverance. His adventures have been featured in hundreds of cartoons, comic books, feature films, television shows, video games, and theme park attractions worldwide.

Historical Context: Mickey Mouse and His Spaceship, originally published in 1952, represents the golden era of Disney storytelling and coincided with America's growing fascination with space exploration that would define the decade. This charming tale captures Mickey's spirit of adventure and imagination as he and Donald Duck journey to the moon, reflecting both the classic character dynamics beloved by fans and the cultural zeitgeist of the mid-20th century.

Enduring Legacy: Today, Mickey Mouse remains one of the most recognizable figures in the world, transcending generations and continuing to inspire joy in children and nostalgia in adults. This Little Golden Book offers a wonderful opportunity to introduce young readers to Mickey's timeless appeal while celebrating the heritage of both Disney animation and American children's literature.

• Classic Disney Charm: Features Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck in a delightful space adventure that showcases their iconic personalities and friendship.

• Vintage Illustrations: Presents the distinctive art style from the early 1950s that captures the golden age of Disney animation and illustration.

• Historical Significance: Originally published in 1952, this book represents an important piece of Disney publishing history and mid-century children's literature.

• Educational Value: Introduces young readers to concepts of space, adventure, and problem-solving through a fun and engaging story.

• Collector's Item: A treasured addition for Disney enthusiasts and Little Golden Book collectors, representing a classic era of both brands.

• Classic Format: The iconic Little Golden Book design with its distinctive gold spine and high-quality hardcover binding.

Revolutionary Beginning: When Little Golden Books were first published in 1942, high-quality books for children hadn't been available at a price most people could afford. Little Golden Books changed that! Priced at just 25 cents and sold where people shopped every day, they caused an instant sensation and were soon purchased by the hundreds of thousands.

Influential Illustrators: Several of its illustrators later became influential within the children's book industry, including Corinne Malvern, Tibor Gergely, Gustaf Tenggren, Feodor Rojankovsky, Richard Scarry, Eloise Wilkin, and Garth Williams.

Diverse Content: Many books in the Little Golden Books series deal with nature, science, Bible stories, nursery rhymes, and fairy tales. Christmas titles are published every year.

Popular Characters: Some Little Golden Books and related products have featured popular characters from other media, such as Disney, Looney Tunes, The Muppets, Sesame Street, Sonic the Hedgehog, Barbie, Power Rangers, Thomas the Tank Engine, and others.

Disney Partnership: Film and television adaptations have been particularly popular. Over the years Hopalong Cassidy, Cheyenne, Lassie, Rin Tin Tin, Captain Kangaroo, Mister Rogers, and Donny and Marie Osmond have appeared in Little Golden Books. Disney characters like Mickey Mouse have been especially beloved, with classic titles spanning decades of publication.

Original Partnership: The series started with publishing firm Simon & Schuster; Western Printing and Lithographing Company in Racine, Wisconsin was Simon & Schuster's partner in the Little Golden Books venture, with Western handling print operations. Ownership and control of the series have changed several times since; today, Penguin Random House is its current publisher.

Consistent Quality: Despite the changes of detail that occurred over the years, the Little Golden Books maintains a distinctive appearance. A copy of The Poky Little Puppy bought today is essentially the same as one printed in 1942. Both are readily recognizable as Little Golden Books. At the time of the series' golden anniversary in 1992, Golden Books claimed that a billion and a half Little Golden Books had been sold.

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