Nipper, was a character in the ‘Nipper Annuals’ which started circulation in the mid 1930’s. This one, dated 1941 makes it from the WW2 era. 1941 was an interesting year for this annual because it was the first year that the annuals were slimmed down and made smaller (this one is 6 x 8.5 inches), due to paper shortages during the war. These were often given as Christmas gifts to young children which makes them interesting because most pieces from this time are more ‘grown up’. Items garnering children’s interest are rarer.

This one here, CLEARLY marked on the cover as being from 1941 only has a VERY minor dog-eared corner. Aside from that, it’s in AMAZING condition. Also, turning one page in reveals an advert for a rug company, with an order form one could fill in and send – this is still intact and in its original form which is a lovely touch.

It’s full of heart warming nostalgia from adverts for Marmite, boot/ shoe polish to a painting competition and an antacid advert. The content for the children comes in the form of cartoons which make up the bulk of the annual. This is a must have for any Home Front collection.