Detective Arthur, Master Sleuth Oversized Merrigold Press Book

When you need a detective who technically has no idea what he’s doing but looks absolutely committed to the bit — enter Arthur. A hound with a pencil behind his ear, a magnifying glass in paw, and a pair of sneakers that would 100% slow him down in any chase scene. This vintage Merrigold Press picture book has that classic ’70s/’80s illustration energy where every animal wears a hat and somehow that counts as character development. 📘 Details: Detective Arthur, Master Sleuth by Mary J. Fulton Illustrated by Aurelius Battaglia (who really went off with the outfits) Merrigold Press edition Clean, bright cover — great vintage condition Perfect for nostalgia people, kidlit collectors, or anyone who respects a dog with a job 🌼 Use it for: Reading with kids Displaying on a retro shelf Junk journaling / collage (the art is peak whimsical detective-core) Teaching life’s greatest lesson: fake confidence solves 80% of mysteries