This is a copy of Tove Jansson's picture book "The Lonely Knitter," published over 50 years ago. First edition, first printing, February 10, 1971, published by Kodansha. This is a former library book, and please note that the cover has been repaired with added writing. Please check the fourth photo. The attached stationery has not been removed. Similar first editions are selling for 10,000 yen on Mercari, making this a rare find. It's "The Lonely Knitter" from Finland, a picture book enjoyed worldwide. Due to its age, there is some deterioration, including stains and wear as shown in the tenth photo. Please understand this. However, the illustrations are still beautiful. A super rare first edition! - Title: #TheLonelyKnitter - Author: #ToveJansson - Translator: #ShizukaYamamuro - Publisher: #Kodansha - First Edition Year: 1971 #Moomin #SuperRare #Rare #HardtoFind #FirstEdition #Showa #ShowaRetro #Retro #Rare #Valuable #Collector #Collection #Interior #Display #Snufkin #Knitter #OutofPrint #OutofPrintBook #SuperMercariSale #PriceReduction #FinalPriceReduction #SpecialPriceReduction #SpecialFinalPriceReduction #FirstEdition #TodayOnly #TodayOnlyPriceReduction #Ruino'sTodayOnly #Emotional #ToveJanssonPictureBook #TheLonelyKnitterPictureBook 598049804590