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Vintage Antique My Bookhouse Book House Children Set Volumes 1-6 Olive Miller

Description: Description of the Books: This Vintage 1920-1921 My Book House Children's Book Set is a complete 6-volume collection that exemplifies the rich tradition of early 20th-century children's literature. Each book in this set is bound in its original cloth cover, adorned with elegant gold lettering that highlights the title and volume number. These books are not just literary treasures but also beautifully crafted objects that reflect the design aesthetics of their time. Condition: The books show signs of their age, with wear typical of items that are over a century old. There is noticeable fraying at the spines, particularly on the first volume, and some of the pages are loose, have tears/cuts, may be missing, or have writing on them. All books are fragile. There is minor warping on some pages due to possible moisture. The text remains legible on most pages (unless cut/torn), preserving the stories and illustrations in their original charm. The wear and patina add to the authentic vintage appeal of this collection, making it a desirable piece for collectors and enthusiasts of antique books. Content Overview: Each volume in the series contains a carefully curated selection of stories, poems, and illustrations designed to educate and entertain young readers. The content ranges from nursery rhymes in In the Nursery to more advanced stories and literary pieces in later volumes like The Treasure Chest and From the Tower Window. The series was intended to grow with the child, starting with simple, engaging tales for the very young, and advancing to more complex narratives as the child aged. Illustrations: This set is enriched with artwork from some of the most famous illustrators of the time, including N.C. Wyeth, Milo Winter, and others. Their contributions add a vivid and timeless visual dimension to the stories, making these books not only a pleasure to read but also to look at. Volume Details:Volume 1: In the Nursery - Features classic nursery rhymes and simple stories for the youngest readers.Volume 2: Up One Pair of Stairs - Introduces slightly more complex tales, perfect for children moving beyond the basics.Volume 3: Through Fairy Halls - A collection of fairy tales and folklore, ideal for sparking the imagination.Volume 4: The Treasure Chest - Offers a treasure trove of stories filled with adventure and moral lessons.Volume 5: From the Tower Window - A volume filled with stories that encourage reflection and thought, suitable for older children.Volume 6: The Latch Key - The final volume, tying together the themes and lessons of the previous books, designed for the mature child reader.

Price: 30 USD

Location: Bellevue, Idaho

End Time: 2024-09-12T00:49:20.000Z

Shipping Cost: 15.88 USD

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Item Specifics

All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted

Binding: Hardcover

Place of Publication: Chicago, IL

Signed: No

Publisher: My Book House

Modified Item: No

Subject: Children's Literature

Year Printed: 1920

Original/Facsimile: Original

Language: English

Special Attributes: 1st Edition, Illustrated

Region: North America

Author: Olive Beaupre Miller

Topic: Classics

Country/Region of Manufacture: United States

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