Ellen Haile (23 results)

Hardcover. Condition: Fair. No Jacket. Age toned pages. Hinges worn. Boards still attached. Worn on edges. 228 pages.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Pictorial Boards. Condition: Fair. No Jacket. First Edition. Edge and corner wear; scuffed and scratched; corners are bumped and rubbed; spine is missing; former owner's name and address are written in pencil on the ffep; front and rear boards are present but detached; liquid stain on the bottom portion of the first few pages (does not affect readability); some underlining and margin-writing throughout the book; overall still a collectible used copy! Color illustrated pastedown with red and black lettering on the front board and a black and white pastedown on the rear board with black lettering. 258 historical and fun-filled pages nicely enhanced by black and white illustrations! "There are two sides to every stone wall, I suppose; there certainly were to the one which divided the Burton Place from Mr. Fowler's. On the Burton side, the house was open only six months in the year. The children lived in the city the other six; but on the other side of the wall the children had never been away from home more than once in all their lives ----- not even Hal, the oldest boy of all." (Chapter One). Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Kate Greenaway, M. E. Edwards and Others (illustrator). Hardcover.…

Hardcover. Condition: Used - Good. Cassell, Petter & Galpin, New York, London and Paris, copyright 1879, 228 pages. Engravings, plates. 8.5 x 6.5", cloth spine, color printed boards, publisher advertisement. 'To childen of 30,000 families who read these stories in "The Churchman"'; 'Eddie Griswold From Aunt Clara, Dec., 25, 1879'; Three Pairs of Slippers (children turn to ducks), Boys and Gussie (diary entries, plays 'Turks and Russians'), Jellie's Journey, Old Picture, One Day, Brave Knight, Old Letter, Four-Footed Friend, What Tea-Kettle Told Harry, Robinson Crusoes, Tip-Overs, Time Herbert Went Alone to Grandma's, Recipe for Rainy Day, How Boys Raised Funds for Hospital. Edges frayed, cover rubbed, soiled, small loss to advertisement, toned, G.…

Hardcover. First edition (no additional printings listed) , illustrated with black and white drawings by Kate Greenaway, M. E. Edwards, and others. Original tan black and gilt pictorial cloth, with very nice stamped gilt picture of the girls on front board, 7x8 1/2 inches, 258 pp. Hardcover, good. Some soil and foxing on cloth, corners bumped with cardboard exposed there, approximately 1/4 inch deep chipping off head and foot of spine. Internally, previous owner's inscription and small name label, endpapers tanned, 1/2 to 1 inch deep faint tan stain on side margins of first 20 or so leaves, occasional smudge and bit of foxing, a half dozen or so dogears, front and rear hinges starting to crack, shaken, otherwise clean and unmarked, decent overall. Victorian; children's. …

Hardcover. Condition: Good. 228 pp.+ Illus Plt at Frontis & 12 Other Illus Plts, Orig Brn Hardback with Circular Gilt Title with 3 Children in Middle & Silver Blooming Flowers on Cover, T & B spine nipped, corners worn, the orig brn end papers reinforced with a white paper strip at hinge in front & back, else Good & Solid. …

Hard Cover. Condition: Very Good-. Dust Jacket Condition: Not Issued with a Dust Jacket. 253 pages, with full page b&w illustrations. "Once upon a time, there grew on the banks of a river a tall, thrifty hazel-bush. Plenty of nuts grew on this hazel-bush, of all sorts and sizes." VERY GOOD- HARDCOVER, green cloth illustrated covers, cloth is worn at the spine and corner edges of book, internally fine, gilt lettering on cover (and illustration) and spine bright. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. …

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a collection of six children's stories that explores a variety of themes and ideas, from the value of sibling relationships to the importance of overcoming one's fears. The stories are set in the late 19th century and provide Einblick into the lives of young people during that time period. The author uses humor, adventure, and heart to tell her tales, which are sure to appeal to both children and adults. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…

Pictorial Paper Covered Boards. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket, As Issued. First Edition. Very Good, boards rubbed, end pages foxed, period gift inscription, dated 1886, front end page. Charmingly illustrated by Kate Greenaway, M.E. Edwards, Walter Goodman, and others. 18 stories, 228 pages. Size: 8vo. Book. …

Hard Cover. Condition: Good. Faded lilac cloth colored spine with pastedown paper covers, with the front cover bearing a full color illustration. 228 pages. Black and white illustrations throughout. A collection of stories for children originally published in the Churchman paper. Illustrated by various artists, with two illustrations by Kate Greenaway, one being the frontispiece. GOOD condition. Uneven darkening and fading to the covers, with mostly minor soiling. Minor to moderate scuffing to the paper on the covers, with scuffing and fraying along the spine hinges and head and tail of the spine. Extremities rather bumped and scuffed, with splitting and fraying to the paper. Heavy fading and discoloration to the cloth spine. Small area of staining to the lower rear cover. The previous owner's signature present. Minor to moderate toning to the text block.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: No Dust Jacket As Issued. First Edition. Hardboards have very light overall wear with more wear to tips, a few spots of sunning top front tip, a hint of light toning; Bright gilt and black embossing on blue linen covered cover and spine, the two girls are particularly bright, decorative endpapers, no markings, solid and straight; 0.0 X 0.0 X 0.0 inches. Illustrated by Kate Greenaway (illustrator).…

Hardcover. Condition: Fine. No Jacket. Very good condition considering age. Slight tear on spin. Strong binding, foxing on back cover page. Step back in time with this rare antique gem, "Hazel-Nut and Her Brothers" by Ellen Haile, published by Cassell, Petter, Galpin & Co. in 1878. This delightful children's book offers not only a charming story but also a tangible connection to a bygone era. Whether you're a book collector or an enthusiast of antique literature, this unique piece is a must-have addition to your collection.…

Hardcover. First Edition. Octavo, 228 pages. In Good condition. Bound in quarter green cloth with illustrated paper boards. Fraying and wear to head and tail of spine. Heavy rubbing to edges and corners of boards. Mild scuffing to spine and boards. Foxing to endpapers and pastedowns. Age toning with scattered staining throughout. Shelved above Case 14. 1385096. Shelved Dupont Bookstore.…

Hardcover. Condition: VG+. No Jacket. Presumed 1st. Pub by Cassel, Peter & Galpin, 1879, NAP, presumed 1st Edition. NOT exLib. VG+ or better cond. hardcover, no dj. Purple-ish cloth over bds w/ full size bright & colorful paper pastedown on front cover, black dec & lettering on spine, & full size b&w illustration on rear cover. Internally illustrated in b&w by Kate Greenaway and others. 228pp. Square, straight, tight & clean, overall VG+ or better cond. Same or next day shipping. Please email any questions. Kate Greenaway et. al. (illustrator).…

Hardcover. Condition: VG+. No Jacket. Presumed 1st. Pub by Cassell & Co., 1879, NAP, presumed 1st Edition. NOT exLib. VG+ or better cond. hardcover now in archival grade Brodart, no dj. Purple-ish cloth over bds w/ bright & colorful full size paper pastedown illustration on front cover, & full size b&w pastedown on rear cover. Spine faded to tan, but still with original bold dec & lettering in b&w. Book is complete, intact & unmarked, with no foxing & no staining. Very well illuistrated in b&w by Kate Greenaway and others. 228pp. Square, straight, tight & clean, overall VG+ condiition. Same or next day shipping. Please email any questions. Kate Greenaway et. al. (illustrator).…

Hardcover. Condition: Good. binding ia tight, front end page is missing, shelf wear 228 pages, fading. S1 4. Black and White (illustrator).

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1879 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Pages: 263 NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Pages: 263.…

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1879 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. Pages: 269 As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Pages: 269 Language: English.…

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1879. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages: - 269, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 269 269.…

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1879. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages: - 268, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 268 268.…