Description
A classic 1962 edition of Rupert, featuring the familiar winter scene with Rupert, friends, and a snowman, along with the popular magic painting, puzzles and games section included in this era’s annuals. The cover retains its bright mid‑century charm and remains an appealing display piece.
Condition:
A fair example showing signs of enthusiastic childhood use. There is an over‑zealous name inscription in the This Book Belongs To panel, and the book is price‑clipped. An additional inscription appears on page 5, and the magic painting colouring exercises have been completed. There are also some minor inscriptions on other pages. Despite this, the book remains complete and structurally sound.
A well‑handled but characterful 1962 Rupert annual, ideal as a filler copy or for nostalgic display.
History of the 1962 Rupert Annual
The 1962 Rupert annual continues the long‑running tradition of the Daily Express editions, combining stories, rhyming couplets, games and the much‑loved magic painting pages. By the early 1960s, Rupert had become a firmly established part of British childhood, with each annual offering richly illustrated adventures in Alfred Bestall’s distinctive style. The interactive elements of the 1962 edition make it especially memorable for those who owned it as children.
Rupert Annual 1962 – Vintage Daily Express Edition
£9.50
Description
A classic 1962 edition of Rupert, featuring the familiar winter scene with Rupert, friends, and a snowman, along with the popular magic painting, puzzles and games section included in this era’s annuals. The cover retains its bright mid‑century charm and remains an appealing display piece.
Condition:
A fair example showing signs of enthusiastic childhood use. There is an over‑zealous name inscription in the This Book Belongs To panel, and the book is price‑clipped. An additional inscription appears on page 5, and the magic painting colouring exercises have been completed. There are also some minor inscriptions on other pages. Despite this, the book remains complete and structurally sound.
A well‑handled but characterful 1962 Rupert annual, ideal as a filler copy or for nostalgic display.
History of the 1962 Rupert Annual
The 1962 Rupert annual continues the long‑running tradition of the Daily Express editions, combining stories, rhyming couplets, games and the much‑loved magic painting pages. By the early 1960s, Rupert had become a firmly established part of British childhood, with each annual offering richly illustrated adventures in Alfred Bestall’s distinctive style. The interactive elements of the 1962 edition make it especially memorable for those who owned it as children.