1922: Journeys Through Bookland: A New and Original Plan for Reading Applied to The World’s Best Literature for Children, by Charles H. Sylvester, volume 5.
Black hardcover volume with gilt ornamentation and lettering on cover and spine. Slight rubbing and wear on cover and bottom spine consistent with age. Minor fading to pages. Slight damp stain on some pages at the bottom of the book (see photos to confirm condition). The book has a slight forward tilt. There is no writing or other marks – the boo is in very good condition for its age.
1922: Journeys Through Bookland: A New and Original Plan for Reading Applied to The World’s Best Literature for Children, by Charles H. Sylvester, volume 5
$25.00
Journeys Through Bookland: A New and Original Plan for Reading Applied to The World’s Best Literature for Children is a classic work by Charles H. Sylvester, offering a unique approach to introducing children to the world of literature. This black hardcover edition, adorned with gilt ornamentation and lettering on the cover and spine, is a valuable addition to any collection. Despite its age, the book remains in very good condition, with only slight rubbing and wear on the cover and bottom spine. While there is minor fading to the pages, the overall quality is impressive. It is important to note a slight damp stain on some pages at the bottom of the book, but this does not significantly detract from the reading experience.
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