Leicester: Brockhampton Press, 1962. First edition, cream boards in original unclipped dust jacket. The dust jacket has slight age toning, and a little edge wear. Inside the book is very clean. 245 x 170 mm (9¾ x 6¾ inches).
The story of Henry, a cowboy whose legs are too long to ride a horse. Henry meets Effie, a circus giraffe, whose neck is so long she has to bend when the circus train goes through a tunnel. Together they have an adventure; and come across the infamous Black Hawk Gang. Absolutely charming illustrated tale!