I would prefer this as well, as the books could then serve as an educational tool. But at least it doesn't seem like Seuss enterprises is doing this to necessarily bury / hide these depictions. Here's an excerpt from the Seuss website:

"While the vast majority of the works he produced are positive and inspiring, Ted Geisel also drew a handful of early images, which are disturbing. These racially stereotypical drawings were hurtful then and are still hurtful today. However, Ted’s cartoons and books also reflect his evolution. Later works, such as The Sneetches or Horton Hears a Who!, emphasize inclusion and acceptance. Ted would later edit some of his inappropriate images, depicting his characters in a more respectful manner."

https://www.drseussart.com/dr-seuss-use-of-racist-images

Or if it's a page or two in the entire book—hire someone to redraw those pages without the offensive content.