New York: E. P. Dutton & Co., 1889. First American Edition. First Printing. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE: THE ANGLO-ZULU WAR FOR VICTORIAN READERS — Appearing only ten years after the Anglo-Zulu War, Adams's account reflects how the conflict entered popular British culture. The defeat at Isandlwana and the defense of Rorke's Drift had.....

New York & London: Harper & Brothers, 1911. Illustrated by W. H. D. Koerner. First Edition, First Printing. A Very Good Hardcover. A social commentary on the evils of the wealthy set in New England via a story of romance. Written to teach people a little about personal finance and.....

New York: Harper & Brothers, 1897. Illustrated by A. J. Keller. First Edition, First Printing. A manuscript penned by John Hurdiss of Stonington, Connecticut, and found in an old desk of a shipping office is the basis for this 'autobiographical' story.James Barnes (1866–1936) was an American author. From 1918 until.....

Philadelphia, PA: George W. Jacobs and Co., 1912. First Edition, First Printing. The Corner Series #7. Blanchard, known for her meticulous research and vivid storytelling, delves into the cultural, historical, and geographical nuances of Japan's four main islands: Honshu, Hokkaido, Kyushu, and Shikoku in a captivating exploration of Japan's cultural.....

Chicago: Rand, McNally, and Co., 1910. First Edition, Thus. Hope Dunlap's illustrations in the 1910 edition of The Pied Piper of Hamelin bring fresh life to this timeless story, blending nostalgia with artistic finesse. Her vibrant watercolor depictions capture the medieval setting of Hamelin, with scenes that shift from the.....

Chicago: M. A. Donohue & Co., c1900. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE — A CLASSIC OF CHRISTIAN ALLEGORY.First published in 1678, John Bunyan’s The Pilgrim’s Progress became one of the most widely read works of English religious literature. Its allegorical account of Christian’s journey from the City of Destruction toward the Celestial City.....

Philadelphia: Henry Altemus Company, 1900. Illustrated by Curtis Wager-Smith. First Edition, First Printing. Historical adventure of the American Revolution for youngsters.The book is a great introduction to the American Revolution for young readers and offers a unique perspective on the role of women in history. It is a heartwarming and.....

Cleveland: The Helman-Taylor Company, 1897. EXPANDED NARRATIVE: FROM SLAVERY TO SCHOLARSHIP — Daniel Webster Davis belonged to the first generation of African-American writers whose lives bridged slavery and freedom. Born enslaved in Virginia, he pursued an education following emancipation, graduating from Richmond High and Normal School, where he received the Essayist.....

New York: Dodd, Mead and Company, 1897. First Edition, First Printing. CULTURAL SIGNIFICANCE: DINING, WINE, AND THE GENTLEMAN SCHOLAR. George H. Ellwanger belonged to the generation of late nineteenth-century American gentleman essayists who combined wide reading with practical experience. Better known for his writings on horticulture and country life, he approached.....

London: John Lane The Bodley Head Ltd., 1927. Illustrated by Frank C. Pape. Translated by A. W. Evans; Later printing. Anatole France’s Penguin Island (L'Île des Pingouins, first published in 1909) is a satirical novel that humorously critiques the absurdities of human civilization through an allegorical narrative. The story begins.....

Philadelphia: Hubbard Brothers, 1885. In Peculiarities of American Cities, Willard W. Glazier presents an illuminating exploration of the distinctive features of various urban centers across the United States. As a recognized authority in urban planning and architecture, Glazier brings considerable expertise to this seminal work.With a deft hand, Glazier delves.....

London: Hodder and Stoughton, 1913. Illustrated by Edward Dulac (1882-1953). First Printing, Trade. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE -- Edmund Dulac was a titan of the 'Gift Book' era, but Princess Badoura stands apart for its stylistic evolution. By 1913, Dulac was moving away from the 'rackham-esque' murky tones toward the brilliant, saturated colors.....

Boston: Estes and Lauriat, 1892. First Edition, First Printing. Hardcover. An American expatriate living primarily in Florence, Johnson wrote with an uncommon depth of cultural knowledge; her works on Italy are valued by collectors for their elegant presentation and informed, affectionate perspective on Italian history and art. This 1892 First.....