Key Details: Title: River Fugitive Author: Melva Lear Illustrator: Wal Stackpool Publisher: Angus & Robertson Year of Publication: 1963 Edition: First Edition Format: Hardcover with Dust Jacket (protected in removable wrap) Pages: 158 Language: English Genre: Adventure / Mystery / Juvenile Fiction ISBN: Not applicable
Mini Story: A gripping tale of secrets, sailing, and suspense, River Fugitive follows a young boy named Andy as he navigates a summer filled with unexpected danger and deepening mysteries. With illustrations by famed artist Wal Stackpool, this 1963 Australian first edition is a nostalgic throwback to mid-century adventure storytelling—ideal for collectors of vintage children’s fiction or Australiana.
Condition: Condition: Fair to Good – see detailed notes below.
This is a vintage hardcover in collectible condition:
Dust jacket shows edge wear, small tears, and corner rubs, but retains bright cover art.
Library stamps ("CANCELLED") and tape marks present on endpapers and jacket interior.
No missing pages; text block is clean and tight with mild age toning.
Former library copy with associated markings and removed lending slip.
Cover art by Wal Stackpool is vibrant and appealing despite edge wear.
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