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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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1875 ToylandLondon: 1875A scarce first edition of this collection of stories from Arthur and Eleanor O'Shaughnessy. -
1922 The Goldfish BowlLondon: 1922A brightly illustrated first edition of this collection of charming children's stories. -
1910 Poor Uncle HarryLondon: 1910A scarce first edition of this charming novel for children, illustrated by Hilda Cowham. -
1913 Barnaby RudgeLondon: 1913A smart copy of this beautifully illustrated retelling of Barnaby Rudge for children, with scarce dustwrapper. -
1865 Fairy Realm. A Collection of the Favourite Old TalesLondon: 1865An uncommon collection of classic fairy tales, illustrated with engraved plates by the popular French artist Gustave Dore. -
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1912 Hans Andersen's Fairy TalesLondon: 1912A beautifully illustrated Edition de Luxe of the fairy tales of Hand Christian Andersen, illustrated throughout by Andreas Duncan Carse. -
1911 Grimm's Fairy TalesLondon: 1911A very scarce and beautifully illustrated edition of the fairy tales of the Brothers Grimm, with tipped in colour plates by Charles Folkard. -
c1840 The History of Jack and the Bean-Stalk, and Michael ScottGlasgow: c1840A very scarce mid-19th century chapbook containing a retelling of the children's story of Jack and the Beanstalk, and the story of Michael Scott. -
1840 The Sleeping Beauty of the Wood; an Entertaining Tale, To Which is Added Paddy and the Bear, A True StoryGlasgow: 1840A scarce mid-19th century chapbook containing two children's stories, one a retelling of Charles Perrault's La Belle au Bois Dormant. -
1860 Every Boys Book; A Complete Encyclopedia of Sports and AmusementsLondon: 1860A scarce early edition of this encyclopedia of recreational activities for young boys. -
1893 Nister's Holiday AnnualLondon: 1893Smart copy of the 1893 Nister's Holiday annual for children. -
1909 Harding's LuckLondon: 1909The scarce first edition of Edith Nesbit's sequel to her charming children's novel, 'The House of Arden'. -
1899 The Story of the Treasure SeekersLondon: 1899A lovely copy of the illustrated first edition of Edith Nesbit's beloved work, her first novel for children. -
1912 The Wonderful GardenLondon: 1912The second impression of this delightful children's fantasy novel by Edith Nesbit, in which three children cast magical spells from a book on garden lore. -
1908 The House of ArdenLondon: 1908A lovely example of the scarce first edition of Edith Nesbit's beloved children's novel, illustrated throughout by H. R. Millar. -
1927 Over the MoonLondon: 1927A first edition copy of this delightful anthology of short stories for children, illustrated in colour by the author. -
1885 The Looking-Glass of the Mind, Reprint of the Edition of 1792London: 1885The English translation of Arnaud Berquin's charming short story collection for children, illustrated throughout by Berwick. -
![1921 Детский остров [Children's Island]](https://www.rookebooks.com/media/catalog/product/cache/218d995c01926c5d9ac199f70177b499/8/6/863f3_239_.jpg)
1921 Детский остров [Children's Island]Berlin: 1921An excellent copy of the very scarce first edition of this volume of children's poems from exiled Russian-Jewish writer Sasha Chorny, illustrated throughout by Boris Grigoriev. -
1945 Mickey et son NavireParis: 1945A charming French language tale about Mickey Mouse and his friends in a shipyard, illustrated in colour. -
1941 The Hurricane Kids on the Lost IslandsNew York: 1941The very scarce first edition of this children's adventure novel by Oskar Lebeck and Gaylord Dubois, in the vibrantly illustrated original dust wrapper. -
1898 Sport in Ashanti, or Melinda the CaboceerLondon: 1898A smart copy of this illustrated children's adventure novel by Sydney Skertchly. -
1900 Jungbrunnen: LiederbuchBerlin: [1900-03]Collection of German children's songs and verses, an uncommon edition. -
c1870 The Stolen Fruit; The Thunder-StormLondon: c1870Two very scarce children's chapbooks by Mrs Sherwood. -
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1850 Happy Little Edward and His Pleasant Ride and Rambles in the CountryNew Haven: 1850A scarce work from Babcock's Toy Books Series, with engravings throughout. -
1902 Extracts of The Captain: A Magazine for Boys & "Old Boys" Volume II Containing J. O. JonesLondon: 1902A collection of extract from The Captain magazine containing chapters of J. O. Jones by R. S. Warren Bell. -
1837 Paul et Virginie Suivi de la Chaumiere Indienne du afe de Surate des Voyages de CodrusParis: 1837A leather bound copy of Jacques-Henri Bernardin de Saint-Pierre's best known novel, Paul et Virginie. Published in French. -
1930 The Persian LadyLondon: 1930A lovely first edition of this woodland mystery written and illustrated by Charles Burrard Nelson. -
1894 Maurice or The Red JarLondon: 1894The scarce first edition of the Countess of Jersey's illustrated children's novel. -
1982-1985 2 Volumes of Illustrated Stories by Lewis Carroll and Hans Christian AndersonLondon: 1982-1985Two lovely volumes containing the illustrated works of Lewis Caroll and Hans Christian Anderson respectively. Each found in the unclipped dust wrapper. -
c1895 Two Little Pilgrims' ProgressLondon: c1895An illustrated children's tale by Frances Hodgson Burnett. -
1912 Little Pageant Plays for ChildrenLondon: [1912]A very scarce book of children's plays by E E Bloxam. -
1886 A Apple PieLondon: [1886]The first edition of this delightfully illustrated children's book by Kate Greenaway. -
1895 Two Dolls'-HousesLondon: 1895A very scarce children's story, published by the Society for Promoting Christian Knowledge. -
1920 Four and Twenty KickaboutsLondon: 1920A first edition copy of this vanishingly scarce adventure tale by John Lea Bricknell, profusely illustrated by J. R. Monsell. -
1915 Songs With Music From "A Child's Garden of Verses"London: 1915A beautifully illustrated collection of songs and verses for children.