Bidspirit auction | “Davar Layeledim” – Complete Volume

“Davar Layeledim” – Complete Volume I, Issues 1–25 (1936) | First Independent Year of Publication | Illustrated by Nahum Gutman - A rare and historically significant complete bound volume of “Davar Layeledim”, containing issues 1–25, published between 27 February and 3 September 1936, marking the first year the magazine appeared as an independent weekly publication. Originally launched in 1931 as a children’s supplement to the Hebrew daily Davar, the publication became one of the most influential children’s periodicals in Mandatory Palestine and later in the State of Israel. Its founding editor, Yitzhak Yatziv, shaped its educational and cultural character for generations of young readers. This volume contains stories, poems, educational articles, riddles, nature features, photographs, and numerous illustrations. Of particular interest are the illustrations by Nahum Gutman, the magazine’s celebrated staff artist and one of the most important figures in modern Hebrew children’s literature. An exceptional document of pre-state Hebrew culture and childhood, reflecting the educational ideals and daily life of the Jewish Yishuv during the formative years of the Land of Israel. Details: * Davar Layeledim * Volume I * Issues 1–25 * Dates: February 27 – September 3, 1936 * Published by Davar, Tel Aviv * Original hardcover binding * Hebrew * Richly illustrated with stories, poems, educational content, photographs and artwork Condition: Good overall condition for age. General wear, light foxing and age toning. Partial separation/tear to the front endpaper. Binding and contents generally well preserved and complete.