Under My Elm: Country Discoveries and Reflections
Language: English
Published by Doubleday, Doran and Company, Inc., New York, 1942
- Hardcover
- Used
Seller: Hidden History of Books, Longs, SC, U.S.A.Hidden History of Books
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UNDER MY ELM: COUNTRY DISCOVERIES AND REFLECTIONS — David Grayson (Ray Stannard Baker). Illustrated by David Hendrickson. Doubleday, Doran and Company, Garden City, New York, 1942. Hardcover with original illustrated dust jacket. An appealing 1942 edition of David Grayson's reflections on American country life, nature, friendship, and the rewards of simple living. Written under the pseudonym of Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Ray Stannard Baker, this work combines observations of the natural world with thoughtful reflections on everyday life. Illustrated throughout with charming black-and-white drawings by David Hendrickson, including scenes titled "A Fellowship of Curiosity" and "Life on the Land." SPECIAL HISTORICAL FEATURE — ORIGINAL WORLD WAR II DUST JACKET The original dust jacket features a distinctive wartime statement by David Grayson titled "The Blessed Privilege of Playing Our Part." This patriotic message discusses America's participation in World War II, referring to Secretary of State Cordell Hull, wartime sacrifice, defense bonds, rationing, and the responsibility of ordinary Americans to support the war effort. The statement concludes with a printed facsimile of David Grayson's signature and bears the code "4-42," consistent with the book's 1942 publication period. IMPORTANT: The signature is reproduced as part of the original dust jacket printing and is NOT a personally handwritten autograph. The jacket retains its attractive blue front-cover illustration depicting a large elm tree in a peaceful American landscape. CONDITION: Very Good Minus hardcover in Good Minus original dust jacket. Original turquoise cloth binding with tan spine title label. Boards remain attractive, with light rubbing and minor handling wear. Spine shows a small area of surface abrasion. Binding appears sound. Interior pages show age-related toning and occasional light spotting. An early handwritten ownership inscription, apparently dated February 17, 1943, appears on an interior page. Original illustrated dust jacket shows substantial age-related fading and discoloration to the spine, rubbing, small tears, edge wear, and minor losses at the extremities. Front illustration remains colorful and attractive. Rear panel retains the complete wartime statement and facsimile signature. Please examine the accompanying photographs for additional condition details. A collectible example of American nature writing with its original wartime dust jacket, offering an interesting connection between rural American philosophy and the national experience of World War II. Publication year: 1942. First-printing status has not been independently established.…
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Bibliographic details
- Title
- Under My Elm: Country Discoveries and Reflections
- Author
- David Grayson (Ray Stannard Baker)
- Publisher
- Doubleday, Doran and Company, Inc., New York
- Publication year
- 1942
- Condition
- Very good
- Dust jacket
- Good
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Language
- English
- Illustrator
- David Hendrickson
- Edition
- Illustrated Edition
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Welcome to The Hidden History of Books, where every volume has a story waiting to be rediscovered. As a retired librarian with a background in scholarly research and book provenance, I specialize in rare books and first editions that span all genres — from the overlooked and obscure to the culturally iconic. My inventory is carefully sourced from estate sales and private collections, with a focus on books that carry the quiet weight of time, ownership, and intellectual legacy. I believe a book’s value lies not just in its content or rarity, but in the lives it has touched along the way — authors, owners, annotators, and collectors. That belief informs everything I do. You can count on: Conservative grading — no surprises, no exaggerations. I highlight flaws openly and describe condition with care. Detailed listings with a focus on historical and bibliographic context when available. Fast, safe shipping using USPS Media Mail and secure packaging to protect your purchase. Whether you’re a collector, a scholar, or a fellow lover of forgotten shelves, I invite you to browse the catalog and uncover the hidden histories that live between the covers.…
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