"A Bargain for Frances" by Russell Hoban, illustrated by Lillian Hoban, An I Can Read Book published by Harper & Row, New York, 1970. An early 1970s printing without isbn and without barcode.

Hard boards, illustrated front cover [a little soiling and wear: see photo], 6" x 8.3/4"; abstract pink pencil 'art' and black ink name & phone number on the front endpaper, pink pencil 'art' on the half-title page [see photos]; 64 pages, a little soiling and wear, good condition.

"Frances and Thelma are friends-- most of the time. . . Thelma always seems to get Frances into trouble. When she tricks Frances into buying her tea set, it's the last straw. Can Frances show her that it's better to lose a bargain than lose a friend?"

"This classic story is a Level Two I Can Read, geared for kids who read on their own but still need a little help. Whether shared at home or in a classroom, the engaging stories, longer sentences, and language play of Level Two books are proven to help kids take their next steps toward reading success."

Russell Conwell Hoban (1925-2011) was a British-American writer. His works span many genres, including fantasy, science fiction, mainstream fiction, magical realism, poetry, and children's books. He lived in London from 1969 until his death.

In the 1960s, Hoban wrote exclusively for children, and came to be known best for the series of seven picture books that feature Frances, a temperamental badger girl whose escapades were based partly on the experiences of his four children, Phoebe, Brom, Esme and Julia, and their friends.

Lillian Hoban (1925-1998) was an American illustrator and children's writer best known for picture books created with her husband Russell Hoban. In all, the Hobans collaborated on at least twenty-seven children's books between 1964 and 1972.

US: Priority (c.2-4 days) --------- $12.50
Canada: 1st Class (c.2-4 weeks) -- $28.50
World: 1st Class (c.2-5 weeks) --- $42.50