Jimmy Crow.
- Hardcover
- Used
Seller: SomeThingz. Books etcetera., Averbode, BelgiumSomeThingz. Books etcetera.
AbeBooks seller since May 6, 2022
Condition: Used
US$ 109.54
Quantity: 1 available
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Boston (Mass., U.S.A.) Dana Estes & Co. 1902 Bond, illustrated cloth binding, ca. 82pp., 23x18cm., oblong, ills. in b/w., in good condition (binding with some mild traces of use, rubbing). Rare. This charming children's book tells how a young boy named Jack finds Jimmy Crow and how the two become inseparable companions. Together they experience a series of lively adventures: Christmas celebrations, April Fool mischief, circus outings, birthday parties, and everyday discoveries at school. One of the most remarkable features of the book is its inventive use of small illustrations in place of many written words. Young readers must identify these visual clues and supply the missing terms themselves, making the book a unique typographic experiment and an engaging reading experience. The story begins when Jack discovers Jimmy Crow and brings him into his life. From that moment on, the pair share a sequence of episodic adventures that reflect the imagination and rhythm of childhood. They prepare for Christmas, play tricks on April Fool's Day, marvel at the wonders of the circus, celebrate birthdays, and navigate daily life at school. Each chapter blends humor and gentle lessons with a sense of curiosity and companionship. The book stands out for its unusual typographic design: numerous words are replaced by small pictorial symbols, encouraging readers to interpret the scenes and deduce the missing vocabulary. This combination of narrative and visual guessing games makes the work both playful and pedagogical, and positions it as a highly distinctive example of early twentieth century children's literature. Edith Francis Foster was an author of early twentieth century children's literature. Her work combined imaginative storytelling with educational aims, offering young readers engaging narratives supported by inventive visual elements. She was known for creating books that encouraged observation, curiosity, and interactive reading.…
Seller Inventory # 19293
Bibliographic details
- Title
- Jimmy Crow.
- Author
- Edith Francis Foster.
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Seller catalogs
- Kinder- en jeugdboeken
SomeThingz. Books etcetera.
Averbode, Belgium
AbeBooks seller since May 6, 2022
Shipping rates from Belgium to U.S.A.
| Item | 5 to 35 business days | 5 to 35 business days |
|---|---|---|
| First item | US$ 47.02 | US$ 68.29 |
Payment methods
- Bank Wire Transfer
Store description
“Somethingz. Books and etcetera.” is a professional online webshop with an extensive second-hand book collection on history, art, philosophy, photography, local history and folklore. Also sought after and less common books concerning all kinds of interests (culinaria, nature, sports, music, Freemasonry, militaria, fashion, antiques, children's books, rare and antiquarian books, etcetera) are part of the collection. All books are in good to very good condition, unless otherwise stated (minimal imperfections or very light signs of use, a name of the previous owner or a stamp of ownership are not always mentioned). Books are always carefully and properly packed and sent by registered mail. On the website www.somethingz.be you will find several images per book, so that you get a good impression of the condition of the books. Not all books in the collection are currently online. If you do not find what you are looking for, you can contact us via info@somethingz.be so that you can make your searched titles or areas of interest known.…
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SomeThingz. Books etcetera.
Belgium
Terms of sale
All books are complete and in good condition unless otherwise described. The aim is to provide an adequate description of the books on offer. Minor traces of use, such as a pasted ex-libris or a owners name/stamp on the end- or titlepaper, very light traces of wear on the exterior, ... are not always mentioned in the description. Clear traces of use or major damage and/or (inerasable) underlining/notes in a book are always mentioned and described. To get a good impression of the condition of the book, at least one (but mostly more than one) picture of the actual book will be added in the description. If you want/need more information on the condition of the book, please do not hesitate to contact me in advance. Books are delivered against prepayment as standard. Orders are shipped within 2 business days of payment. Your order will always be shipped with tracking: you will always receive an AUTOMATIC EMAIL WITH TRACK-AND-TRACE as soon as the courier has registered your parcel. If you have not received an email within 1 or 2 days after our confirmation, please check your SPAMBOX or feel free to contact us at info@somethingz.be. The books are always carefully and properly packed (sturdy cardboard envelope or box) to prevent damage during shipment
Shipping terms
Dear customer, thank you for your order. Your order will always be shipped with tracking: you will always receive an AUTOMATIC EMAIL WITH TRACK-AND-TRACE as soon as the courier has registered your parcel. If you have not received an email within 1 or 2 days after our confirmation, please check your SPAMBOX or feel free to contact us at info@somethingz.be. The books are always carefully and properly packed (sturdy cardboard envelope or box) to prevent damage during shipment. Books are delivered against prepayment as standard. Prepayment is not required for libraries, institutions and fellow booksellers. The shipping costs as stated on Abebooks are based on parcels that weigh less than 2 kilos (book and packaging material) or less than 1 kilo for shipments to some distant countries like New-Zealand, Australia, Japan, .... If the parcel exceeds this weight, an increase in the shipping cost can be proposed. The buyer always has the chance to refuse the extra shipping costs. To be clear: the shipping costs are only charged at the actual cost price (as charged by the courier service). Orders are shipped within 2 business days of payment.