Orlando (The Marmalade Cat): A Seaside Holiday, Kathleen Hale, Country Life Ltd, 1952, First Edition, First Impression The Orlando (The Marmalade Cat) books were created by the author for her two children and inspired by their real-life cat also named Orlando. The first book was published in 1938 to instant acclaim and led to a further eighteen books in the series. This story revolves around the family's seaside holiday. Beautifully illustrated throughout with coloured drawings by the author. The book is in near fine condition with some rubbing to the bottom edges of the boards and a small booksellers sticker to the rear of the front board. The unclipped dust jacket is very good with excellent colouring, some minor losses and nicks. A rare to find in such good condition.