Very Little Tales for Very Little Folks

New York: American Tract Society, 1873. Hardcover. Very Good. Hardcover. A collection of short stories for children with themes of morality and a Christian message. Annie S. Frost was a regular contributor to Godey's Ladies Magazine known for her recipes and articles on needlework. She also wrote multiple titles for children published by the American Tract Society. Bound in the original red cloth boards with gilt title and decoration to front board. Originally, there was a circular paper illustration adhered to the front cover; however, this is no longer present. Minor wear to edges of boards. Soiling to boards and spine. Includes eight full page illustrations. (truncated) Penned previous owner's signature to front free endpaper. Small dampstain to bottom edges of first few pages. Amateur repair to interior rear hinge causing rear free endpaper to stick up at an angle. Overall a very cute book despite noted condition issues. 80 pages. Size: 3.25 x 2.75 inches. MINI/062524. (Inventory #: 37336)