This Is Ann [Geisel, Theodor Seuss, Ill., And Munro Leaf] Art,Illustrated Books

[36] pages. Stapled printed wrappers. Slight toning to covers, very minor spotting to lower edge of front cover. Contents clean and bright. "In 1942, Geisel joined the United States' efforts in World War II. As commanding captain of the animation department, first motion picture unit, Geisel was tasked with creating animated and illustrated educational materials for US troops. These materials were intended to teach soldiers the skills and give the information they needed to stay alive." (Huntington Library) This pamphlet was created for young GIs to understand the dangers of malaria: "This is Ann . she drinks blood! Her full name is Anopheles Mosquito and she's dying to meet you!" The text was written by fellow childrens' book author Munro Leaf. Younger 78, variant a, the earliest of multiple variants.