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James Whitcomb Riley, Howard Chandler ChristyOUT TO OLD AUNT MARY'S 1stEd/Print

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Title: James Whitcomb Riley, Howard Chandler ChristyOUT TO OLD AUNT MARY'S 1stEd/Print

Description: This is a first edition first printing hardcover dated 1904 of “Out to Old Aunt Mary's by James Whitcomb Riley, illustrated by Howard Chandler Christy. Published by Bobbs-Merrell Company in Indianapolis.
Illustrations throughout.
This is a special Presentation Edition by the author to the person on the ffep: “This Special Copy of Out to Old Mary’s is presented to Ida Parmenter with the compliments of the author , the Bobbs-Merrill Company and Braunworth & Co. Christmas, 1904”. The rear cover reads “ Christmas Greetings of The Author, The Bobbs-Merrill Company, Braunworth & Co.”.
Book is in Good/Very Good condition.
Tight binding, no missing loose or torn pages.
Some creasing to upper tips of boards, upper page edges, other minor signs of wear. Clean text block.
See photos for exact condition.
Overall amazing condition considering the age of this book!

Reserve: $225.00

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James Whitcomb Riley, Howard Chandler ChristyOUT TO OLD AUNT MARY'S 1stEd/Print

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