Boston: Houghton, Osgood and Company, 1878. First Edition. Cloth. Good. Item #012927
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Presumed first edition, although this color cloth binding not mentioned in BAL. Blue/green cloth with gilt titling and small owl illustrations, also in gilt. 213 pp. The second book by Sarah Orne Jewett, containing a collection tales for children, many involving children or animals. Sarah Orne Jewett was an author from Southern Maine, noted for her attention to detail in depicting New England country life, as well as to her depiction of characters and dialogue. GOOD condition. Moderate fading and some uneven toning. Moderate scuffing to the cloth, heavier, with fraying, along the extremities. Minor to moderate soiling, with minor spotting and staining to the covers. Owner's signature present. Text block toned, with scattered soiling and staining. A few pages with dark offsetting from old newspaper clippings laid in. BAL 10874.

Price: $75.00