James Whitcomb Riley Reader (23 results)
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Published by The Bobbs-Merrill Company, Indianapolis, 1915
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Seller: Shadetree Rare Books, Chatham, VA, U.S.A.Shadetree Rare Books
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Hardcover. Condition: Good. Plaid hardcover with illustration to front cover. 115 pages. Binding tight and pages clean. Bumps and chips to spine ends, corners and edges. Size: 12mo - over 6¾" - 7¾" tall. Betts, Ethel Franklin and Vawter, Will (illustrator).
Published by Bobbs-Merrill
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Seller: ThriftBooks-Atlanta, AUSTELL, GA, U.S.A.ThriftBooks-Atlanta
Contact seller5-star sellerHardcover. Condition: Fair. No Jacket. Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.
Published by Bobbs-Merrill, 1915
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- First Edition
Seller: Blindpig Books, salt lake city, UT, U.S.A.Blindpig Books
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Hardcover. Condition: Used - Acceptable. First Edition. Some wear. very serviceable copy.
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Seller: ThriftBooksVintage, Tukwila, WA, U.S.A.ThriftBooksVintage
Contact seller5-star sellerHardcover. Condition: Fair. No Jacket. Dust jacket missing. Cover and binding are worn but intact. A reading copy in fair condition. COPYRIGHT 1962 PRINTING. CLEAN COVER AND CONTENT PAGES. See photos for more information. Secure packaging for safe delivery.

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Seller: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, U.S.A.PBShop.store US
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Published by The Bobbs-Merrill Company, Indianapolis, 1915
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Seller: Casa Paloma Books, Green Valley, AZ, U.S.A.Casa Paloma Books
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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. Reprint. hardcover, (black cloth with lettering and design in gilt), octavo, ca.1915, 116 pages, illustrations by Ellen Franklin Betts and Will Vawter, paper tipped in indicating book was purchase at the James Whitcomb Riley home in Greenfield, Indiana, very good cond…ition in a good dust jacket, spine fade to book cover but most lettering visible, edgewear and tears to jacket, book of poems by J.W. Riley. Size: Octavo.

Published by Bobbs-Merrill, 1915
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Seller: MyLibraryMarket, Waynesville, OH, U.S.A.MyLibraryMarket
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Hardcover. Condition: Fair. ***please read*** Well worn including some exposed corner bumps, scuffing, chip out of top of spineshort tearin wrap at bottom of spine - otherwise, book is tight and clean - no marks on text - 116 pages - my shelf location - 32-b-50*.

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Language: English
Published by The Bobbs-Merrill Co, Indianapolis, 1915
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Seller: Wabash Museum Books, Mount Carmel, IL, U.S.A.Wabash Museum Books
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Hardcover. Condition: Poor. No Jacket. 116 pages with Suggestive program fro the Observance of Riley Day, Additional suggestions, and Poems suitable for use in responsive reading in rear of book. Tribute to James Whitcomb Riley by Henry van Dyke and Introduction by complier in front. Several full page b/w soft illustrations, inc…luding frontispiece entitled, "He Knows Most Rhymes" (also on book cover). Over 50 Riley poems include: Dream March; Little Orphant annie; The Raggedy Man; Dream-March; The Bear-Story; The Clover; The Old Swimmin'Hole; When the Frost in on the Punkin; A Monument for the Soldiers; The Name of Old Glory; Granny; Babyhood; Never Talk Back; Anselmo; Nothin' to say; The Old Man and Jim; The Prayer Perfect; The Hoosier Folk-Child; etc. Riley's love of nature and his childhood happiness are interwoven in many of his poems--especially the many beautiful verses for the children. Riley, the Hoosier poet, has made us see the value of sweet memories of childhood days and changed their lives through his love for them. Pages yellowed; no markings except penciled name of previous owner on front inside cover. Pages intact but spine is fragile, exposing inner cardboard and string binding of pages. Back cover is partially excised from spine. Faded hard cover with green lettering and green/tan plaid border; illustration on front cover. Cover edges frayed; corners bumped. Some discoloration spots on covers; spine crease weakened. A RARE vintage collection of Riley poetry for the lover and collector of this Hoosier's poetry. Ethel Franklin Betts; Will Vawter (illustrator).
Published by The Bobbs-Merrill Company Publishers, 1915
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Seller: Tacoma Book Center, Tacoma, WA, U.S.A.Tacoma Book Center
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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Later Edition. ISBN Hardback. No dustjacket, bound in gray cloth with pink and green floral design on front cover. Very good condition, with some browning and slight foxing to edges of interior pages, slight rubs to cover corners, front cover illustration is bright and attractive. Tight, sound, u…nmarked copy except for previous owners' names written on front endpaper. No statement of later printing on copyright page.
Published by The Bobbs-Merrill Company, 1915
- Hardcover
Seller: Fallen Leaf Books, Nashville, IN, U.S.A.Fallen Leaf Books
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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Black boards with gold title and leaves/vines motif on the front board. Faded title on the spine. general wear and tear from use/aging. Good.

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Seller: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, U.S.A.PBShop.store US
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The James Whitcomb Riley Reader
Dye, Charity - Selected, Graded, and With Suggestions for the Observance of Riley Day By
Published by The Bobbs Merrill Co., Indianapolis, 1915
- Hardcover
Seller: Jane Atwood, Louisville, KY, U.S.A.Jane Atwood
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Blue-green Cloth. Condition: Good. No Jacket. No Additional Printings. 116 pages; illustrated with a frontispiece in color by Ethel Betts and several black-and-white illustrations in the text by Will Vawter; from the Introduction: "Our greatest debt to him (Riley) is for his power to make us understand the meaning of the true li…fe and spirit of the plain Hoosier folk.Mr. Riley is indeed the poet of the people." Cover corners and spine ends show some wear; there is a small circular are of cloth cover missing (pepper corn size) on the front cover hinge; book is clean and contents are VG. Betts, Ethel Franklin and Vawter, Will (illustrator).

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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a thoughtful exploration of the beloved Hoosier poet, James Whitcomb Riley, as both an individual and a key literary figure. His love of nature and the simple, authentic people and scenes of his rural upbringing permeates his writing, infusing his stories and poems with a…gentle wisdom and warmth. Riley's distinct style of writing brought recognition and appreciation for the everyday lives of ordinary people, especially children, who are often the central figures in his narratives. Through Riley's loving portrayal of the joys and struggles of childhood, his work has profoundly impacted American literature, earning him the title "Poet of the Children." This book is a heartfelt tribute that not only recounts Riley's life and career but also delves into the deeper meanings and messages within his literary legacy. It reveals the enduring significance of Riley's work and its ability to connect with readers on a deeply personal level. By shedding light on the life and writings of this influential figure, this book offers a fresh perspective on Riley's enduring contribution to American literature, highlighting the timeless value of his literary artistry and the enduring appeal of his work to generations of readers. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.

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Seller: Buchpark, Trebbin, GermanyBuchpark
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Condition: Sehr gut. Zustand: Sehr gut | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar.

Language: English
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Contact seller5-star sellerLeatherbound. 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: 170. A perfect gift… for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1915 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: 170.

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Contact seller5-star sellerLeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1915 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd repri…nt. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. Pages: 178 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. 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. Pages: 178 Language: English.
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Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. {Size: 14.60 x 22.86 cms} Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded…spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2017, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1915. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages:- 164, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 164.
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Full Leather Bound. Condition: NEW. Language: English. {Size: 14.60 x 22.86 cms} A Unique Premium Leather-Bound book for elite readers/collectors of old rare books. An Original Leather is being used for binding this book with Golden Leaf Printing and designing on Spine, front and Back of the book with edge gilding. WE HAVE MULTI…PLE OPTIONS IN COLOR OF LEATHER RED, GREEN, BLUE, MAGENTA, TAN, PURPLE DEEP BROWN, BLACK AND WITH DIFFERENT COLOR LABELS. YOU MAY CHOOSE ANY COLOR OF YOUR CHOICE AND MAIL US. This service is chargeable. Original edition was published in [1915] and this unique edition is Reprinted in 2017 with the help of original edition. Black & white printing on high quality natural shade paper with sewing binding for longer life, professionally processed without changing its contents. As these are old books, we processed each page manually on computer and make them readable. We give our best to give you the best book but in some cases we have to adjust few pages which are blur or missing or black spots. If it is multi volume set, then it is only single volume. We hope that you understand these issues in these old treasure. This is an important book for the readers who want to know more about our old treasure. Our dedicated team is trying to bring these rare books back to the shelves. We are also giving service of printing the hard-to-find books which are not listed in our store. Hope you will like it and give your comments and suggestions. Lang: - English, Pages 164, Print on Demand. Product Disclaimer: Please be aware that because leather is a natural material, slight discoloration or change in texture may be visible. {FOLIO EDITION (Size 12x19 Inches) IS ALSO AVAILABLE ON REQUEST}. 164.
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Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine l…ends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1915. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages: - 170, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 170 170.
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Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine l…ends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1915. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages:- 176, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 176 176.