Vintage Little House Books Box Set – 1971 First Edition Paperbacks
$146.00
Harper & Row Trophy editions published in 1971, all first editions thus, first printings .
CONDITION:
Books: 8 trade-paperbacks in “very good”; solid spines, no writing, no torn, folded or loose pages, covers are crisp and sharp, closing flat; pages show some tanning from age on all edges, but still very pleasing. Covers are all glossy, some minimal creasing on all, “These Happy Golden Years” has a 1″ closed tear on outer edge, see photos. Spines all show foxing and some slight sunning, covers all bright.
The board slip case is solid – “Colleen Grover” carefully penciled in the “Belongs to:” at the case top. Shows some on some edges, but no tears or split seams. Somewhat tanned in places, but overall has been well taken care of and has protected the books.
Will make a great gift for that special “Little House” fan!
See accompanying images for full condition details.
Will ship promptly, carefully packaged in a box.
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Additional information
| Weight | 112 oz |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 12 × 8 × 6 in |
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