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Condition: New.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

hardcover. Condition: Good. Some minor stamp marks from the past owner on few pages. General shelfwear to the cover and page edges.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good/NO DUSTJACKET. New York, NY: Charles Scribner's Sons. Very Good/NO DUSTJACKET. 1928. . Hardcover. Oblong 16mo., 36pp., cover very light wear to edges and corners, spine tips and corners very lightly bumped, otherwise very good; pages clean and unmarked. . Color Illustrations (illustrator).…

Hardcover. Condition: Good+/NO DUSTJACKET. New York, NY: Charles Scribner's Sons. Good+/NO DUSTJACKET. 1929. . Hardcover. Oblong 16mo., 36pp., cover light shelf wear on edges and corners, very light soiling, lightly bumped corners and spine tips, otherwise quite good; pages clean and unmarked. . Color Illustrations (illustrator). …

Hardcover. Condition: Good+. No Dust Jacket. Green cloth, edge rubbed, with slight fraying at corners, spine ends. Stamp inside from school district. Paper is age toned. Opened, with minor soiling. Text is clean. ; Social Science Readers; Drawings; Oblong 12mo 7" - 7½" tall; 36 pages. Illustrated by Eleanor Lee (illustrator).…

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Dust Jacket. Full cloth binding, rubbed and soiled. Rear endpapers covered in pale pencil scribbling. Simple, clear illustrations. Internally has some soiling and shows some moderate wear. 36pp. Size: 12mo - over 6" - 8" Tall. Lee, Eleanor (illustrator).

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Dust Jacket. Full cloth binding with all-over moderate hand-soiling. Simple, clear illustrations. Internally has some soiling and shows some modest wear. 36pp. Size: 12mo - over 6" - 8" Tall. Lee, Eleanor (illustrator).

Oblong small 8vo; pictorial cloth covered boards; hardcover; 37 pages; color illustrations; Edited by Patty Smith Hill and Mary M. Reed; corners and spine lightly rubbed with lightly wrinkled pages else a very good clean tight copy; domestic shipping will have a delivery confirmation tracking number.…

Hardcover. Condition: Fair. First Edition. Green cloth first edition hardcover, scarce book. Ex-library with all the normal signs. Worn, some stamps inside. Tear on the last page. Email us for a photo. We ship fast. Lee, Eleanor (illustrator).

Hardcover. Condition: Poor. Social Science Readers Edition.

hardcover. Condition: very good(+). Color illustrations throughout by Eleanor Lee. 36 pages. Slim oblong 12mo, olive green pictorial cloth. New York: Charles Scribner's Sons, (1929). A very good(+) copy. Published as part of the "Social Science Readers" series of children's books. LEE, Eleanor (illustrator).…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - 'A Story About Boats' is an informative and charming introduction to the maritime world, specifically crafted for young, curious minds. This classic work of juvenile nonfiction explores the diversity of watercraft, detailing the structures and functions of various vessels that navigate rivers, lakes, and oceans. Through a gentle narrative style, the book explains the mechanics of nautical travel and the daily lives of those who work on the water, providing a foundational understanding of transportation and social science.Historically significant as part of early 20th-century educational literature, 'A Story About Boats' captures a specific moment in time when the wonders of industrial and mechanical progress were being translated for a younger generation. Its straightforward prose and focus on real-world observation make it a valuable resource for those interested in the history of pedagogy and children's literature. Readers will find a nostalgic yet educational journey through the sights and sounds of the harbor and the open sea, highlighting the timeless appeal of maritime exploration.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - 'An Engine's Story' is an educational work designed to introduce young readers to the fascinating world of steam locomotives and the critical role of the railroad system in early 20th-century life. Part of the influential 'Social Science Readers' series by Helen S. Read, this book offers a clear and engaging look at the mechanics, personnel, and daily operations of the trains that connected cities and towns during a transformative era of industrial history.Through simple yet informative prose, 'An Engine's Story' captures the wonder of progress, following the journey of a steam engine to explain how transportation networks function as a cornerstone of social organization. This work serves as an excellent historical example of early childhood pedagogical approaches, focusing on teaching social sciences through the lens of modern technology and infrastructure. It highlights the importance of the engineer, the firemen, and the logistical coordination required to move passengers and freight across the country. Historically significant and charmingly written, this book remains a valuable resource for those interested in the history of transportation, the evolution of children's literature, and the foundations of primary education in the United States.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. B0006AKE7I 1928 Charles Scribner's Sons. Small red board cloth with black picture and lettering. Some rubbing on cover. Wonderful illustrations. Name in pencil inside cover.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Hardcover in orange cloth decorated in dark blue measuring aprox. 7x8 inches, forceful young ownership marking on front pastedown otherwise clean and unmarked 38 pages. Eleanor Lee (illustrator).

Condition: Good. Good condition. Binding loose. (readers, primers, mail).

Condition: Very Good. Hard back binding in publisher's original russet cloth covers, black title lettering and vignette illustration of Jip and a Fireman to the upper panel. Landscape 8vo. 6½'' x 8''. Contains 38 printed pages of text with splendid full-page distinctive colour illustrations throughout. Small tears to the bottom margin of three pages, book plate removed from the lower paste down and in Very Good condition. Member of the P.B.F.A. CHILDREN'S & JUVENILE.…

Hardcover. Condition: VG. Probable First and only printing of this scarce title -- No statement and no letter code. Decorative blue cloth with illustrated end papers. A whisper of edge wear, else tight, bright and unmarked. Illustrated in color every other page by Eleanor Lee. Edited by Patty Smith Hill and Mary M. Reed. No jacket. Stories include: An Airplane Ride, Grandfather's Farm, An Engine's Story, A Story About Boats + Jip and the Fireman. Lee, Eleanor (illustrator).…

Hardcover. Condition: Good. First Edition. Good. Used; light blue pictorial stamped boards, sunning to spine, softening to spine ends, pages are age toned; NO markings in text; binding is tight. Pasadena's finest independent new and used bookstore.

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. Leatherbound edition. Condition: New. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. Pages: 44. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1929 edition. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. IF YOU WISH TO ORDER PARTICULAR VOLUME OR ALL THE VOLUMES YOU CAN CONTACT US. Resized as per current standards. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Language: English Pages: 44.…

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. "A Story About Boats" is an informative and charming introduction to the maritime world, specifically crafted for young, curious minds. This classic work of juvenile nonfiction explores the diversity of watercraft, detailing the structures and functions of various vessels that navigate rivers, lakes, and oceans. Through a gentle narrative style, the book explains the mechanics of nautical travel and the daily lives of those who work on the water, providing a foundational understanding of transportation and social science.Historically significant as part of early 20th-century educational literature, "A Story About Boats" captures a specific moment in time when the wonders of industrial and mechanical progress were being translated for a younger generation. Its straightforward prose and focus on real-world observation make it a valuable resource for those interested in the history of pedagogy and children's literature. Readers will find a nostalgic yet educational journey through the sights and sounds of the harbor and the open sea, highlighting the timeless appeal of maritime exploration.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. "An Engine's Story" is an educational work designed to introduce young readers to the fascinating world of steam locomotives and the critical role of the railroad system in early 20th-century life. Part of the influential "Social Science Readers" series by Helen S. Read, this book offers a clear and engaging look at the mechanics, personnel, and daily operations of the trains that connected cities and towns during a transformative era of industrial history.Through simple yet informative prose, "An Engine's Story" captures the wonder of progress, following the journey of a steam engine to explain how transportation networks function as a cornerstone of social organization. This work serves as an excellent historical example of early childhood pedagogical approaches, focusing on teaching social sciences through the lens of modern technology and infrastructure. It highlights the importance of the engineer, the firemen, and the logistical coordination required to move passengers and freight across the country. Historically significant and charmingly written, this book remains a valuable resource for those interested in the history of transportation, the evolution of children's literature, and the foundations of primary education in the United States.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…