86pp. Sm.8vo. Original wrappers. A very good copy. A story told through letters from an English girl, who has just adopted a child, to her friend who is studying in Australia. Interesting twist to the conclusion.
Published by The Lothian Book Publishing Co. Pty. Ltd, Melbourne, 1923
Seller: Michael Treloar Booksellers ANZAAB/ILAB, Adelaide, SA, Australia
First Edition
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. First Edition. Melbourne, The Lothian Book Publishing Co. Pty. Ltd., 1923. Octavo, 86 pages. Pictorial wrappers slightly marked (chiefly to the rear cover) and lightly creased; extremities slightly creased and worn; spine a little chipped and torn; last few leaves lightly creased; a few mild marks; a very good copy. Front cover illustration by Victorian artist Eileen Pearcey. Muir 540: 'Although classified by the publishers as a children's book, this story of the activities of an imaginary adopted child does not appear to have been intended for children.'.