THE DOOR IN THE WALL By: Marguerite de Angeli - Signed by Author - Copyright: 1949; Stated First Edition NEWBERRY Award Winner ? the winning sticker was affixed to the jacket of the book?not one built into the jacket like on older copies. Published By: Junior Books, Doubleday Company This vintage Hard Cover book (112 pages) is in Very Good condition with the original paper dust jacket. No blemishes noted inside or out, other than heavy wear, and some scotch tape repairs, to original paper jacket. Includes illustrations. Stated First Edition Signed by Author!!! Extremely collectible in very good vintage condition! Please compare prices online now!!! This is a Stated First, signed by Author, and awarded the Newberry Medal. The gold sticker is an actual sticker affixed onto the paper jacket. About Book: Ever since he can remember, Robin, son of Sir John de Bureford, has been told what is expected of him as the son of a nobleman: he must learn the ways of knighthood. But Robin's destiny is changed in one stroke; he falls ill and loses the use of his legs. Fearing a plague, his servants abandon him. Saved by Brother Luke, a friar, he teaches Robin how to swim and carve wood, about patience and strength, telling Robin that he must "find the door in the wall" to overcome his challenges. Winner of the 1950 Newbery Medal. Fantastic Vintage gift for the children?s or signed book collector in your life!!!!! Your satisfaction is important to me. Any and all questions answered, and happy to send more pics / info etc. Please look at my feedback and buy with confidence. Please see my other auctions for more great collectible books! Happy to discount shipping for multiple wins!