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Children's Literature
Some of the greatest works in literature were originally meant for children. From Treasure Island to Through The Looking Glass, these books have hidden depths. Then there is Tolkein and CS Lewis, not to mention Arthur Ransome and AA Milne, all of whom stand as tall as any works of literature for adults.
We try to keep all the greats in stock. If we haven't got what you are looking for then the chances are we might have soon. So please do get in touch with anything you are looking for. Of course if you have any questions about any of the books we have in stock, please also feel free to ask any questions. Though these books are for Children, collecting them is a serious business and issue points etc can have a large effect on values. As with all our books we are always very happy to answer questions on everything we have here.
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1920 Fruit of the DesertGarden City: 1920A scarce first edition of this lost race adventure novel by Richard Barry. -
1922 Just WilliamLondon: 1922The very scarce first edition of Richmal Crompton's first work in the 'Just William' series, following the adventures of schoolboy William Brown. -
1941-1952 26vol A Collection of Just William StoriesLondon: 1941-1952A smart collection of Just William stories and adventures from Crompton, with the original dust wrappers. -
1896 The Fearsome IslandChicago: 1896A smart first edition of this novel depicting a shipwrecked sailor and a seemingly enchanted island. -
1896 The Missing PrinceLondon: 1896An uncommon children's book by the prolific and beloved author G. E. Farrow, illustrated throughout by Harry and Dorothy Furniss. -
1900 The Mandarin's Kite or Little Tsu-Foo and Another BoyLondon: 1900A smart first edition of this charmingly illustrated children's fantasy tale from Farrow. -
1955 Our Friend JenningsLondon: 1955A first edition copy of this seventh novel from Buckeridge's popular Jennings series, in the original dust wrapper. -
1952 William and the TrampLondon: 1952A first edition, first impression copy of this collection of Just William stories, with illustrations throughout, and the original dust wrapper. -
1930 William - in TroubleLondon: 1930An early impression of this collection of Just William stories, in the original unclipped dust wrapper. -
1948 The Voyage of the Luna ILondon: 1948The first edition of this charming children's science fiction novel, about two young siblings who visit the moon. -
1905 Old Fashioned TalesLondon: 1905A first edition copy of this collection of children's tales, selected and arranged by E. V. Lucas, with illustrations throughout. -
1907 Another Book of Verses for ChildrenLondon: 1907A first edition copy of this illustrated volume of poetry for children, edited by the Punch magazine author E. V. Lucas. -
1898-1899 Pages and Pictures from Forgotten Children's BooksLondon: 1898-99A widely illustrated collection of pages and illustrations from children's books, compiled by British publisher and writer, Andrew White Tuer. -
1928 Martin Pippin in the Apple OrchardLondon: 1928A beautifully illustrated fairy tale, following the adventures of Martin Pippin as he sets out to rescue a farmer's daughter. -
1904-1928 21vols The Works of Rudyard KiplingLondon: 1904-1928A smart twenty-one volume set of works by Rudyard Kipling, with the original unclipped dust wrappers. -
1939 Pip & Squeak Annual 1939London: 1939A scarce edition of this charming annual for children, with many illustrations throughout. -
1977 Archie & The Strict BaptistsLondon: 1977A delightfully presented book following the youthful adventures of Archibald Ormsby Gore, the bear. -
1981 The Water BabiesLondon: 1981A very smart reproduction of the original publication of this extremely popular tale from Kingsley, with many illustrations. -
1899-1900 2vol The Jungle Book & The Second Jungle BookLondon: 1899-1900An illustrated two volume set of the exciting Jungle Book stories from Rudyard Kipling. -
1911 More PeersLondon: 1911A delightfully illustrated work by Hilaire Belloc depicting comedic interpretations of fictional Lords, Earls and Barons. -
1937 Wind of the Vikings, A Tale of the Orkney IslesNew York: 1937The first edition of this scarce 1930's children's novel about Vikings in the Orkneys, by Maribelle Cormack. -
1916-19214vol A Collection of Tales from Mrs. MolesworthLondon: 1916-1921A lovely collection of four scarce volumes from Mary Louisa Molesworth, with illustrations. -
1874 In the Eastern Seas; or, the Regions of the Bird of ParadiseLondon: 1874A lovely early edition of W. H. G. Kingston's thrilling adventure novel for children, illustrated throughout. -
1903 Bo-Peep: A Treasury for the Little OnesLondon: 1903The 1903 edition of Cassell's children's publications 'Bo-Peep', containing an array of short stories and poems, and illustrated throughout. -
1934 The FleetersLondon: 1934A wonderful example of the scarce first edition of this children's novel, illustrated by Alfred Bestall, the author and illustrator of the beloved Rupert Bear comic strip. -
1869 My First Voyage to Southern Seas, A Book for BoysLondon: 1869A lovely early edition of W. H. G. Kingston's thrilling adventure novel for young boys, illustrated throughout. -
1873-1874 Little Folks Astray; Miss Thistledown; Little GrandfatherBoston: 1873-1874A lovely collection of three volumes of children's tales from Sophie May's Little Prudy's Flyaway series. -
1942-1964 Twenty-Two Just William NovelsLondon: 1942-1964Mid twentieth century impressions of twenty-two novels from Richmal Crompton's 'Just William' series, each in the publisher's original illustrated dust wrapper. -
1937-1939 Six Just William NovelsLondon: 1937-1939Early impressions of six novels from Richmal Crompton's 'Just William' series, each in the publisher's original illustrated dust wrapper. -
1851 Lessons worth Learning, for GirlsLondon: 1851A very scarce Victorian era volume of moral tales for young girls, with a number of charming vignette illustrations. -
1896 Twilight LandLondon: 1896A scarce UK edition of Howard Pyle's charmingly illustrated fairy tale, inscribed in pencil to the front free endpaper by British illustrator and landscape painter H.M. Brock. -
1908 The Captain: A Magazine for Boys & "Old Boys"London: 1908-13Two volumes from 'The Captain' magazine for boys, containing early school stories by famous author P G Wodehouse. -
1887 Dandelion Clocks; The BrowniesLondon: [1887]-1915Two lovely children's tales by Juliana Horatia Ewing, adorned with illustrations by Gordon Browne and George Cruikshank. -
1878 The Little Wanderers: an Alpine Story; The Shepherd Noble: an Old English StoryLondon: 1878A very scarce copy of this book featuring two charming children's tales. -
c1900 The Baby's Opera: A Book of Old Rhymes with New DressesLondon: c1900A charming book of children's rhymes with bright illustrations from Walter Crane. -
1911 Hilda Cowham's Blacklegs and OthersLondon: 1911A first edition of this collection of children's poetry and illustrations from Hilda Cowham.