- Hardcover
- Used
Seller: BookHouse28, Sealnd, Flintshire, United KingdomBookHouse28
AbeBooks seller since August 1, 2026
Condition: Used - Good
£ 15.99
Quantity: 1 available
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1953 vintage hardcover printing of Arthur Ransome's beloved children's classic, Swallows and Amazons, published by Jonathan Cape. Set in the Lake District, this timeless adventure follows the Walker children (the Swallows) and the Blackett sisters (the Amazons) as they sail, camp, and navigate rivalry and friendship. Bound in original green cloth with gilt spine titles, this copy features 23 block print illustrations and intact pictorial endpaper maps by the author. A fantastic collectible for vintage book lovers, Arthur Ransome collectors, or nostalgic readers! Overall Condition: Good / Very Good (A tight, solid reading copy with light cosmetic wear typical for its age). Binding & Spine: The green cloth binding remains structurally sound. Light shelf wear and slight softening/bumping are visible at the spine ends (head and foot). The gold gilt lettering on the spine is still fully legible, though slightly dulled/rubbed. Edges & Text Block: The page block shows noticeable age-toning/tanning along the top, side, and bottom edges, which is standard for mid-century paper stock. The edges are straight and firm. Interior Pages: The pages remain clean and flat with no major tear or marking visible on the title page, contents, or map endpapers. Very light foxing/spotting is present on the blank margins and title page. Endpapers: The illustrated map endpapers remain vibrant with clear ink lines and intact green/blue accents.…
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Bibliographic details
- Title
- Swallows and Amazons 1953
- Author
- Arthur Ransome
- Publisher
- Jonathan Cape
- Publication year
- 1953
- Condition
- Good
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Language
- English
- Edition
- 5th or later Edition
- Printing
- Printing Unknown
- Item weight
- 500 grams
- Dimensions
- 14.5 centimeters width by 20.5 centimeters height by 3 centimeters depth
BookHouse28
Sealnd, Flintshire, United Kingdom
AbeBooks seller since August 1, 2026
Shipping rates from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
| Item | 6 to 7 business days | 5 to 6 business days |
|---|---|---|
| First item | £ 20.00 | £ 28.00 |
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At BookHouse28, we offer a wide range of books, from antiquarian treasures to the odd and unusual with a strong focus on non-fiction. We add new titles regularly, so feel free to follow us to stay up to date with our latest arrivals. Reasonable offers are always welcome. If you’d like more information or photos of a particular book, or if you’re searching for something specific for your collection, please don’t hesitate to send us a message. Postage details: Most purchases are dispatched within 3 days, and we’ll keep you fully informed if there are any delays.…
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