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| Three jolly good reads if ever there were any! "The Honour of the House" by E M Channon, published by Collins, "The Girls of Chequertrees" by Marion St john Webb, published by Collins (Previous owner's inscription on inside endpaper dated 1952) and "Mary Todd's Last Term" by Frances Greenwood, published by Blackie (previous owner's inscription on inside endpaper dated 1955). All three sport wonderfully illustrated dustjackets. Tales of school life amongst the gals, detective work, mystery and plain old jolly good fun! |
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| Brush up your French with this delightful tale of 'Nicolas et Nicolette au Bois Charmant'. Published in Paris in 1949. Illustrated throughout with charming illustrations by Raylambert of Nicolas et Nicolette and many other characters. In lovely condition with paper boards and spine. Pages in very good clean condition other than browning to the paper. C'est bon! |
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| This dear little bear character needs very little introduction. The classic tale of Winnie the Pooh as told in this editon of 'House at Pooh Corner' by A.A. Milne, published in 1956. Illustrated throughout by E.H Shepherd with his unmistakeable characters of Pooh, Christopher Robin, Eeyore, Piglet, Rabbit and more. Hardback green linen binding with gold embossed characters of Christopher Robin and Pooh Bear. Lovely illustrated original endpapers. There is an inscription on the first fly endpaper written in ink. The binding itself is in fair condition with some wear to the spine on the inside of the back endpapers. Nice clean pages. |
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| Wonderful vintage paperback edition of one of our all time favourite reads, "Love In A Cold Climate", by Nancy Mitford. A scarce Star Editions publication by Hamish Hamilton produced "to be sold on the Continent of Europe only". Book is in very good condition with a dustjacket in a protective plastic wrap. Wonderful and wickedly funny account of love amongst the aristocracy - a perfect vintage read. |
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| Just right to pop into your suitcase! "Fell Farm Holiday" and "Fell Farm Campers" by Marjorie Lloyd published by Puffin. "Fell Farm Holiday" is a 1964 reprint (first published 1951) and "Fell Farm Campers" is a 1968 reprint (first published 1960). Both books are in good condition for age with beautiful covers. "Fell Farm Holiday" tells the story of the 5 Browne children off on holiday without their parents to the Lake District and all of their adventures. In "Fell Farm Campers" (beautifully illustrated by Shirley Hughes) the Brownes return to camp in the same area with more adventures to keep you reading. Jolly good holiday reads! |
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| One of Milly and Dottie's favourite vintage children's reads - just as good a read as an adult as when we were younger. "The Children Who Lived In A Barn", written by Eleanor Graham in 1938, this edition is a 1965 Puffin reprint. Book is in good condition for age, some browning to pages due to age only. A beautifully designed cover and illustrations to contents in black and white by Mary Gernay. Perfect Summer reading, just the right time to imagine living in a barn as a child and fending for yourself... |
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| "The Countryside And How To Enjoy It", published by Odhams Press. Written post-war it celebrates the beauty of the British countryside and encourages people to get out and discover it once again. Chapters on Villages, castles, churches, landmarks, animal and plant life, curious customs and ceremonies (this is fascinating stuff), weather signs and planning your journey - camping, walking or cycling. A lovely book about the countryside in the 1940s, lots of black and white photos and illustrations. Book is in good condition for age, there is an inscription dated 1948 from previous owner on inside endpaper. Delightful dustjacket which would make a great display book. Time to find your compass... |
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| Rare 1930s original edition of The Wonder Book Of Would You Believe It, published by Ward Lock in the Wonder Books series. Book has illustrated board covers which are in very good condition. This book has recently been republished but this is the original! General Editor is Harry Golding. Crammed full of fascinating facts - curious plants, do plants feel?, the lake above the clouds, what makes your hair stand on end, Giants - all strange but true as the subtitle says! Numerous black and white plates and eight colour ones too. You wouldn't believe it... |
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| Vintage Boys' hardback - "Boys' Book Of Stories", published by Dean and Son. This is number 13 in the series of Dean's Everyday Story Books. Wonderfully nostalgic stories with such titles as "A Question Of Nerve", "The Crackshot Mountie", "Heroes Not Permitted" and "Jealous Judd". Black and white illustrations with lovely coloured board covers. Covers are in overall good condition for age but there is some wear to spine with cracking at base and top. Contents have some foxing to pages due to age. A topping good read... |
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| Oh Milly and Dottie are extremely partial to a jolly good mystery and there's lots of fun to be had along the way, if the mystery is written by Enid Blyton! "The Mystery Of The Missing Man", published by Methuen, first edition 1956. "This is the thirteenth adventure of the Five Find-Outers and Dog." Fatty, Larry, Pip, Bets, Dasiy and Buster the Scottie Dog are all here, along with Mr Goon the policeman - you'll be pleased to know that Fatty is a nuisance to Mr Goon too, what more can we say...! Book is in good condition for age, with black and white illustrations by Lilian Buchanan. Some fading to spine colour. Pass the ginger beer... |
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| Very sweet little book by Dorothy Borroughes, ' Captain Seal's Treasure Hunt", published by The Bodley Head, 1933, first edition. Follow the adventures of Captain Seal, Mrs Woodpigeon, Mouse and all the other animals in this charming adventure story. Pictorial board covers and charmingly illustrated in black and white by the author. Covers are a little grubby due to age but internally bright. Previous owner's name on inside front cover in ink. Fancy a visit to the Saucy Sally? |
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| Romance comes to St Trinian's, in the shape of a secondary School Inspector who's visit causes chaos and a love rivalry in this tale of school girl drama. Just one of Ronald Searle's wittily illustrated St Trinians chronicles. The full title of this hardback book published in 1952 is The Terror of St Trinian's - For the first time the full sordid story by Timothy Shy and Ronald Searle. With original unclipped dustjacket. The pages and boards are in good clean condition generally with just some small tears to the edges of the dust jacket. A classic tale of gymslips, hockey sticks and just a little romance! A vintage enamel Head Girl badge is included with this book. |
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| A jolly good read for gals! 1950s "Popular Stories For Girls" published by Birn, undated but has inscription on inside cover dated Xmas 1951. Book includes nine stories and two crossword puzzles (please note that these have been completed). There is one colour plate and numerous black and white illustrations throughout. Stories include such wonderful titles as "A Lobster For Louella!", "Wasps Sting, You Know!" smf "Doreen's Dilemma" - all sound a bit of a giggle to us! Book is in very good condition for age, the decorated board covers are in excellent condition. Spiffing fun! |
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| What could be more "perfick" for a Summer time read than the wonderful Darling Buds of May Triology by H E Bates. Three wonderful books full of tales of the Larkin Family and all their exploits. "The Darling Buds of May". " A Breath of French Air" and "When The Green Woods Laugh" make up the trilogy. These are Book Club editions and were published in 1958, 1959 and 1960 respectively. All books have dustjackets and are in good condition for age, some foxing to the back of dustjacket of "A Breath Of French Air" and a previous owner's name written in one. Read more about Ma Larkin's fabulous feasts, Pa Larkin's dodgy dealings, Mariette and Charley's romance, and enjoy the beautiful countryside too - absolutely perfick! |
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| Lovely Ladybird book, "In The Country With Uncle Mac", published in 1950s. One of the rare Uncle Mac series. Follow the adventures of Bob and Betty and their gorgeous dog Trigger, as they go on holiday in the country. Each page is accompanied by a beautiful colour illustration, this is such a nostalgic book. Book is in overall good condition for age, the contents are in good vintage condition, the board covers have some wear to base of spine in particular and at some point somebody has cut out the front end paper, not the title page. Free from inscription and scribbles. Such a wonderful book, we do hope Trigger behaves himself... |
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| Another gripping tale from the Biggles adventures by Capt. W.E. Johns. Our pilot hero Biggles, finds himself in the tropical swamps of Guiana where he takes possesssion of an amphibian aircraft, undertaking dangerous missions by air. Full of thrills and spills this Biggles book is sure to entertain. Published by Dean & Sons Ltd. With original dustjacket which has some damage to the front top edge and a part missing from the back. With some browing to pages and front end fly paper missing. Despite wear and tear to the book.. this is still a jolly good read. |
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| Wonderful book entitled, "Practical Herb Growing", by D G Hewer. First published in 1941, this is a 1946 reprint, published by G Bell & Sons. Written during war, the dustjacket has two very interesting photos of women on the land growing herbs. This of course would have been at a time when men had been called up and the need for women to help in the war effort by digging for victory was at a premium. A practical guide to herb growing including chapters on herb cultivation, harvesting, drying of herbs and their uses. Dustjacket shows signs of its age as can be seen by photos, but this was printed on war economy paper. The contents are in good condition. A great little 1940s gardening book. |
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| This is a delightful vintage Children's book (1930s?) in very good condition. A card covered book measuring approx 15cm x 20cm, with previous owner's name written on inside front cover. Gorgeous front cover showing two little girls chatting over the garden fence (could it be Milly and Dottie?). Inside there is one colour plate and the rest of the book is printed in black and white with an illustrated garden themed ABC and a story entitled "Granny's Apple Tree". The perfect gift for greenfingered girls and boys of all ages... |
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| Lovely 1940s Gardening Guide, "The Culture of Vegetables and Flowers". by Suttons, published by Simpkin Marshall. This edition was published in 1942 and is the twentieth edition, so popular was it. A definitive guide to the growing of vegetables and fruit (so very important during the 1940s), with ideas for plants all year round, guide to garden pests and crop rotation etc. There are also black and white illustrations and photographs. Comes complete with 3 vintage French vegetable seed packet labels. |
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| Yes it's Larry The Lamb of Toy Town fame, here in an original vintage edition of "The Adventures of Larry The Lamb -Dirty Work At Dog and Whistle" - to give it its full title! Written by S G Hulme Beaman and published by George Lapworth & co. With original black and white illustrations by Ernest Noble. Book is undated but we believe this is from the 1940s. Cream coloured board covers and red cloth spine. 32 pages. In excellent condition for age, free from inscription and tightly bound. A truly charming little book. Find out more about Dennis the Dachshund, The Highwayman and Larry get up to... |
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| Yes it's Larry The Lamb of Toy Town fame, here in an original vintage edition of "The Adventures of Larry The Lamb - The Extraordinary Affair of Ernest the Policeman" - to give it its full title! Written by S G Hulme Beaman and published by George Lapworth & co. With original black and white illustrations by Ernest Noble. Book is undated but we believe this is from the 1940s. Cream coloured board covers and red cloth spine. 32 pages. In excellent condition for age, free from inscription and tightly bound. A charming little book. Find out more about Dennis the Dachshund, The Inventor and Larry get up to... |
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| Rare edition of Julia Strachey's "The Man on the Pier" with dustjacket. This is the second impression published by Michael Joseph in 1951, first impression published same year. Gorgeous dustjacket by Barbara Hepworth. Beautifully told comedy set amongst middle upper classes on the Dorset coast. Book is in overall good condition for age, some foxing to dustjacket as can be seen in photos. By the author of "Cheerful Weather For The Wedding". SOLD |
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| Laurie Lee's hugely popular "Cider with Rosie". Published 1959 by The Book Club. An account of Lee's childhood in Gloucestershire after the First World War, telling the story of a traditional village, village life and the coming of change. A beautifully told memoir, a true classic. Book comes complete with dustjacket which is in overall good condition for age (please see photos), a small tear to front of cover at bottom and some wear to base of spine. Jacket has been price clipped but is free of inscriptions. Book beautifully illustrated by John Ward. |
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| "Everyday Gardening" by J Coutts, published by Ward, Lock & Co. First published in 1931, this is the 1942 reprint. A wonderful comprehensive guide to gardening by J Coutts, former curator of the Royal Botanic Gardens Kew. Hard back book with over 400 pages, 8 colour plates, 32 full page illustrations from photographs and many diagrams. Contents include chapters on Weeds, Vegetable Garden, Fruit Garden,, Herbaceous Border, Planning a Garden and Flower Garden. There is a calendar of work showing you what to do in each month of the year too. Book is in overall good condition for age, some foxing to pages due to age. A wonderful vintage reference book. |
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| Lovely little 19th century book published by Cassell & Company. Beautifully bound book with blue covers. Unknown author, although mentioned as the author of "A Trap To Catch a Sunbeam". 80 pages of little stories accompanied by gorgeous black and white illustrations, intended to be read to children on Sundays. Book is in overall good condition for age, some slight loosening of contents but in tact. Wonderful book to add to your shelves. |
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| Little Grey Rabbit Makes Lace is just one of the many charming Little Grey Rabbit series of books written by the ever popular author Alison Uttley and illustrated by Margaret Tempest. Enchanting colour illustrations throughout this 1955 edition. Original dustjacket, clipped price, with pages in good condition other than slight foxing to the front and back fly leaf and small tear to the top of the spine of the dustjacket. A lovely book for the collection. |
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| Mrs Harris Goes to New York by Paul Gallico, published by Michael Joseph 1960. Another adventure for Ada Harris, one of our favourite heroines from "Flowers For Mrs Harris", she she sets off to New York with her friend Violet Butterfield. This is the sequel to "Flowers for Mrs Harris". Book is in good condition for age and comes complete with original dustjacket designed by Ashley Pope. There is some wear to edges of dustjacket (please see photos) and some foxing to back, dustjacket has been price clipped and the corner of the front endpaper has been clipped too. |
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| The ABC of Cookery, published by H M Stationery Office for Ministry of Food in 1945. It is not a recipe book but a fascinating insight into different ways of cooking, making the most of food during rationing and meal planning. A sort of "Make Do and Mend" for the kitchen. The need for eating healthily is of the utmost importance. Tips and ideas for using dried ingredients, how to cook fish, vegetables, make cakes and pastry, the use of fresh and dried eggs. a fascinating glimpse of wartime Britain and the kitchen. Highly collectible booklet in overall good condition for age, there is some loosening of contents from cover and the centre pages are detached. |
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| "In Praise of Freedom", published by Frederick Muller and compiled by Neville Hilditch. Part of the series in "Praise Of", An Anthology for Modern Times, published in 1950 (2nd impression). A lovely little book containing poems and writings on the subject of freedom, the freedom of press, true freedom, individual freedom etc. Perfect little gift or addition to bookshelf. Measures approx 11cm x 14cm. |
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| The Last of Summer by Kate O"Brien published in 1944 by The Book Club. Set in 1939 in the last few summer days before the outset of the war in Ireland. It tells the story of Angele, a French actress returning to her old Irish home and her past. Highly atmospheric book set against the backdrop of oncoming war and summer days. Book is in good condition for age, the lovely dustjacket does have nicks to edges due to wear and age. Book carries the Book Production War Economy Standard, complying with book production during the war. |
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| How it Works: The Motor Car (1965) was used by Thames Valley police driving school as a general guide. Although out of print for some years, it is still asked for by some driving schools "Here is a book which all boys will find fascinating" was how Wills & Hepworth the publishers of this book began to describe it. Published in 1965 this book is one of the iconic ladybird books and was used by Thames Valley Police Driving School as a general guide! It's contents explain the basic principles of a motor car engine with clear colour illustrations and diagrams. This collectible first edition is offered in good condition and would make the perfect gift for Father's Day, birthday or sit happily on a vintage bookshelf or next to the car bonnet! |
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| A wonderful opportunity to buy a first edition of Francoise Sagan's classic, "Bonjour Tristesse". Published in 1955 in English by John Murray. This edition also has the beautiful dustjacket, which is showing signs of age, some nicks to edges of jacket and small tear at edge of front, general grubbiness to back cover (please see photos), however stil retaining its charm. Jacket has not been price clipped and a previous owner has written his name on front endpaper. A true favourite, charming, sensational and wonderfully French... |
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| 1949 edition of Winifred Holtby's "South Riding", published by World Books (first published 1936). Published a year after Holtby's death, this is perhaps her most important work. A wonderful observation of Yorkshire life, unforgettable. Book is in good condition for age with a dustjacket that has some wear to edges due to age. A vintage classic! |
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| Two very sweet little hardback books in the Pussy Peter series by Vera Rose. Published by Brown Watson in the Linden Series. These two books have the sweetest illustrations by Albert Van Beek. Some wear to spines and covers due to age and the contents are fine. Books measure approx 12cm x 18cm. |
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| Charming and very popular gardening book first published in 1927, this edition published in 1932. This book has recently been republished so its magic has lasted over the years... Wonderfully illustrated in black and white by Josef Capek, featuring little essays about the gardener and his attempts to garden. In extremely good condition for its age. The perfect little gift for a gardener, or to dip into on a winter's evening or out on the garden bench. |
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| Elizabeth Taylor's "A Game of Hide and Seek", this edition published in 1951 by The Book Club. A very good read, powerful and moving, entertaining and funny. A tale of a marriage and a love story that spans a lifetime... This edition comes complete with dustjacket and is in good condition for age. Dustjacket has some slight wear to edges and a small nick at top of spine. |
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| 1899 edition of Elizabeth Von Arnim's "Elizabeth And Her German Garden", published by Macmillan & co, first published 1898, this is the fifth impression. This is Von Arnim's charming and often humorous tale, in diary form, of Elizabeth's learning to garden, her mistakes and her outlook on life. A lovely, captivating and entertaining book - perfect for outdoor reading... Book is in overall good condition, some foxing to endpapers only (please see photos). A 1900 German price list has been pasted onto the front inside endpaper and there is a bookseller's stamp beneath it. Time to curl up on a garden bench... SOLD |
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| Lovely vintage board book, published by Thomas Nelson, entitled "A Farmyard ABC". Book is not dated but has a pencil inscription on top of first page with date 1951. Lovely bright boards in very good condition for age. Book measures approx 22cm x 28cm. A is for apple... |
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| First edition of Margaret Tempest's charming "A Sunday Book For Children", published in 1954 by Collins. Intended by the author for a child to take with him to church, this little book is full of little prayers and hymns, accompanied by her wonderful and distinctive illustrations. Book is in overall good condition with a rare intact dustjacket which has not been price clipped. Jacket is showing signs of age to edges and back and has slight tear to base. The illustrated board covers underneath are in very good condition and the contents are fine. Book measures approx 15cm x 17cm. A lovely gift or something to keep to add to the treasure, a rare opportunity to buy this book from the celebrated children's illustrator. |
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| A lovely little book full of little prayers. "My Thank You Book" by Alex Wilson is beautifully illustrated and contains prayers for many occasions and things. "Thank You" for My Home, Spring Blossom, A Rainy Day, For Playtime, For Winter, Outdoor Pets ... The board covers are in fine condition as are the contents. There is the previous owner's name written on inside front paper. Measures approx 11cm x 17cm. |
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| This is an absolutely fascinating book, a real chunk of 1940s social history. "Your Holiday In Britain - A collection of practical suggestions to help you spend a perfect holiday in the British Isles, whatever your taste", by Gordon Cooper, published by Samson Law, Marston & Co. A rare book, particularly with a dustjacket. It shows a picture of Britain emerging from the aftermath of the war, beginning again to holiday and enjoy its leisure time. There are tips on how to see Britain, by train, motor car, motor cycle, caravan, horseback etc. It offers ideas for all types of interests, unusual holidays, historical trips, canoeing trips, unusual holidays eg with a circus, companion to a postman, gold prospecting etc. It also has 64 black and white photos, offering wonderful snippets... . Book is offered in very good condition for age, having been published in adherence to post war publishing restrictions, front end paper carries a bookplate from a previous owner. A gem of a book, the kind of book that Mily and Dottie treasure... |
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A timeless classic by Lewis Carroll, this lovely vintage Alice in Wonderland book was published by Collins in 1961. A hardback with original dustjacket, clipped price. Illustrated throughout with charming black and white illustrations by G.W Backhouse. One full colour plate with the title page. There is some wear and tear to this book as it has obviously been well thumbed over the years. One page has a tear and there is slight browning to the pages.
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| Jessica Mitford's 1960 account of her family life, published by Gollancz, this is the second impression. A truly wonderful account of the Mitford family, the famous and infamous sisters and their lives. A heartfelt memoir of a very eccentric family. Book is in good condition. A fascinating read. |
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| Vintage Penguin edition of Virginia Woolf's classic, "The Waves". This version published in 1951 and is the first edition of the Penguin publishing (book written in 1931, published by Hogarth Press). Paperback is in very good condition for age, some slight marking to rear but no tears etc to cover, colours are very bright, pages are all tight. An iconic edition of one of Woolf's greatest books. |
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| 1940s edition of Enid Blyton Nature Books - Summer Time, published by Evans Brothers. Gorgeous card covers featuring wonderful wildlife images in black and yellow. Previous owner's name on inside front endpaper. Some foxing to covers due to age but internally good. A delightful little book for nature lovers, learn how to keep silkworms, flowers for you to find, the story of the bee, the keeping of caterpillars and the tale of the tadpole amongst the contents. Lovely black and white illustrations and photos. A charming vintage addition to any nature table or bookshelf. |
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| Three sweet little 'Pixie Books' tied in a bundle, including Fairy Tales By Hilda Boswell, Happy Days illustrated by Eulalie and Toytown Party Yvonne Perriy. A trio of dear little books with delightful illustrations. published by Collins in the 1950's. All with original dustjackets and with clean, undamaged pages. Fairy Tales and Toytown Party have a small tear to the front of the dustjacket. |
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| Charming little 1920s hardback children's book, "The Adventures of Pat and Matty" by K Brodrick, published by Thomas Nelson and Sons. The book has charming little black and white illustrations by M E Grey who also provided a colour illustration to the front of the book. Book measures approx 11.5cm x 16.5cm. As can be seen from the photos it is showing some signs of its age, the board covers are slightly grubby but beautiful. There is some foxing to some pages due to age and there is an inscription on inside front endpaper dated 1922. However, this is a delightful book for any vintage book collection. |
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| Lovely edition of "The Wonder Book of Nature for Boys and Girls", published by Ward Lock. This must have been a very popular book in its day as this is the tenth edition. This is undated but looks like it dates from 1940s. Illustrated board covers are in good condition with some rubbing to bottom right corner (please see photos). Lovely fairy endpapers. The book has eight colour plates and nearly 350 black and white illustrations and photographs. Butterflies, snakes, insects, birds, elephants, leaves, coral islands and nature walks, there's something here for everyone. Book is in lovely condition for age. |
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| The Treasure Hunters tells the story of the three Greyling children who are determined to find the Greyling Treasure that had been lost for hundreds of years. Packed with mystery and suspense.. a thrilling read. Hardback book with original dust jacket (clipped price)This edition was published in 1959. Illustrated by Barbara Freeman. Lots of black and white illustrations throughout the book to add to the atmosphere of another wonderful ripping yarn by our beloved Enid Blyton. Some minor wear to dustjacket and browning to the pages.. otherwise in good condition. |
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| An enchanting vintage hardback book 'A Pair of Red Polls' A Book for Girls by Mabel Quiller-Couch. With six illustrations by Hilda Cowham. Published by T.C & E.C Jack London. Wonderful decorative linen binding with pictorial boards and spine. There is a book plate on the inside of the front board 'London County Council' 'St Marylebone Central School' written in ink.. 'Awarded to' Brenda Poole' For General Proficiency. Dated July 14th 1911. And signed by the head teacher. Excellent condition throughout. They don't write them like this any more! |
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| First edition of this extremely rare book by Cicely Englefield. Published in 1958 by Evans Brothers. Beautiful dustjacket by author, the famous writer and illustrator who wrote many children's and nature books and illustrated many editions. A gorgeous price clipped dustjacket with images of deer, hares and mice against an old grey wall. Some wear to edges of jacket. Fifteen delightful stories of the young creatures who live in the old grey wall. the stories are divided into seasons and there are tales for each of the four seasons, amongst them - Dawn Chorus, The Slow-worm that couldn't eat, What Happened to the Harvest Mice and Young Rabbit and the Weasel. A lovely book. Measures approx 12cm x 19cm. |
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| 1953 edition of Six Tales of Sam Pig by Alison Uttley published by Faber & Faber, this is the sixth impression. A collection of Alison Uttley's Sam Pig Tales. Dustjacket is in a very sorry state and has tears to edges, spine and base of spine of jacket is missing as is an inch at back. However, the illustrated board covers are in good condition with just some wear to top of spine (please see photos). Dustjacket is not price clipped and has previous owner's name on inside end paper. Illustrated by Francis Gower. |
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| 1954 edition of Gwen Raverat's "Period Piece", A Cambridge Childhood, published by Faber & Faber and Readers Union. A delightful memoir of the author's childhood in Victorian Cambridge. The granddaughter of Charles Darwin gives a funny, whimsical account of her upper-class upbringing amongst her large and talented family. Accompanied by wonderful black and white illustrations by the artist author this is a fascinating book. In good condition with an inscription on inside front cover by previous owner. |
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| An opportunity to buy a first edition of this vintage Pelican Special copy of "Ballet" by Arnold Haskell, published in 1938. A complete guide to Ballet written especially for Pelican with wonderful illustrations by Kay Ambrose and photographs as well. In very good condition, a lovely addition to your bookshelves or gift to a budding ballerina. |
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| "This Thing Called Ballet" by George Borodin, published by Macdonald. This book is undated but was published during WW11 as it bears the words "Book Production War Economy Standard. This book is produced in complete conformity with the War Economy Department". Full of black and white illustrations (Margot Fonteyn, Nijinsky, Robert Helpmann)with chapters on origins of Ballet, Music of Ballet, Soviet Ballet, Trends in Ballet etc. Comes with delightful dustjacket that has not been price clipped. Inscription free. Some signs of wear to jacket due to age (please see photo). A lovely book. |
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| The Mysterious Mr Fairweather by Jessie Leckie Herbertson published by Thomas Nelson & Son. Wonderful vintage children's mystery - bookish Edith and her cousin Peggy set out to foil the plans of the mysterious Mr Fairweather when a tin mine is discovered on their estate... Book has dustjacket that has not been price clipped. Dust jacket has some wear to edges due to age with a tear to bottom front cover and top and small tear to back (please see photos). However in overall good condition and with gorgeously bright images. Previous owner has written name and small inscription on inside front cover"Happy Christmas Carol, Love Sandra". Will those girls solve the mystery and discover the truth about Mr Fairweather? Sounds like good fun... |
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| A charming painting book for beginners and students. This is a wartime reprint paperback by T R Grayson published by W Foulsham & co. With chapters full of tips, black and white illustrations on the art of water colour painting interiors, landscapes and seascapes, this would make a great book to give as a gift or to add to your shelves. Book has some slight foxing to pages and previous owner's name on inside front cover with date - 1942. Time to get painting... |
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| Come join the circus with these two popular books by one of our favourite authors, Enid Blyton. Two different stories of circus life, 'Hurrah for the Circus!' and 'Come to the Circus!'. Hardback books published by Dean & Son Ltd. 1973 edition and the other 1974 edition, originally published in 1939 from a series of circus stories written by Enid Blyton. Full of black and white illustrations telling the tale of circus life. Both books are in good condition with clean pages and browning to paper and two tone pages in Come To The Circus. |
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| Sonnez Les Matines, first edition published Adrien Sporck, Paris, 1904. A delightful and rare illustrated hard cover book, illustrated by George George Delaw, containing many French songs and rounds with piano scores by Gabriel Pierne. Preface by Madame Edmond Rostand. With well known songs such as Au Clair de la Lune and Frere Jacques. Hardcover pictorial boards in good condition other than slight damage to the front board in the right hand bottom corner. Mild creasing to the pages on bottom right corner but otherwise in good condition considering the age of the book. Ink inscription on front end-paper that reads 'Ella Rosling 17th September 1931'. A wonderful book of French social history. |
