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Description
Transport yourself to the golden age of storytelling with this enchanting 1918 second edition set of The Junior Classics: The Young Folks Shelf of Books, published by P.F. Collier & Son. This beautifully aged collection includes 8 out of 10 volumes (Volumes II, III, V, VI, VII, VIII, IX, and X), each wrapped in its original embossed cloth binding with a rich, timeworn patina that only adds to its historic charm.
The covers feature detailed embossing of a young knight, with a green and red color palette that highlights the intricate floral spine designs. Though Volumes I and IV are missing, the remaining books span a wide variety of timeless tales—from myths and fables to stories of heroism, animals, poetry, and more.
Each volume measures approximately 7.5 x 5.25 inches and is filled with literary treasures curated for young readers of the early 20th century. A stunning addition to any collector’s library, vintage nursery, or classic children’s book collection.
📚 Included Volumes:
• Volume II: Folk Tales and Myths
• Volume III: Tales from Greece and Rome
• Volume V: Stories That Never Grow Old
• Volume VI: Old-Fashioned Tales
• Volume VII: Stories of Courage and Heroism
• Volume VIII: Animal and Nature Stories
• Volume IX: Stories of Today
• Volume X: Poems, Guide, and Indexes
📌 Condition Notes:
These books are over a century old and display natural signs of aging such as rubbing on corners, wear along spines, and page spotting. Please view all photos for the best visual representation of condition. The spines remain beautifully intact and the covers are deeply embossed and richly detailed—true antique shelf showstoppers.
Each book has 1 color plate illustration and 2-3 Black and white illustrations.
📦 Ships carefully packaged with love from a vintage book collector.
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Care
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