"Small Beer" 1945 BEMELMANS, Ludwig

"Small Beer" 1945 BEMELMANS, LudwigBEMELMANS, Ludwig [134] pp. Pocket Book Edition First Printing August, 1945 6 3 8" x 4 1 4" VG Scroll Down for (11) Additional Scans: Small Beer by Ludwig Bemelmans, is a collection of humorous, semi autobiographical sketches and stories about European hotel life, showcasing Bemelmans' signature "naive sophistication" and whimsical illustrations, often focusing on eccentric characters and comical situations, offering a glimpse into his European

BEMELMANS, Ludwig

[134] pp.

Pocket Book Edition

First Printing August, 1945

6 3/8" x 4 1/4"

VG

Scroll Down for (11) Additional Scans:

Small Beer by Ludwig Bemelmans, is a collection of humorous, semi-autobiographical sketches and stories about European hotel life, showcasing Bemelmans' signature "naive sophistication" and whimsical illustrations, often focusing on eccentric characters and comical situations, offering a glimpse into his European background and time in grand hotels, distinct from but alongside his famous Madeline books. 
About the Book
Content: A collection of charming, often wry, short stories and sketches, featuring amusing incidents and characters from Bemelmans' European experiences, particularly in luxury hotels.
Style: Known for its "exotic humor" and unique blend of artless drawings and polished text, it reflects Bemelmans' "Katzenjammer kid" personality and satirical wit.
Themes: Explores the backstairs life, folly, and excess in grand hotels, with thinly veiled references to his own past