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Children's
Tall tales and wonderful adventures await. We have beautifully illustrated books for children over many years past. Perhaps we have something you remember?
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c1960 Rupert Story BookPaulton (Somerset) and London: c1960A charming collection of stories following the beloved children's character Rupert Bear. -
c1960 Rupert Story BookPaulton (Somerset) and London: c1960A charming collection of stories following the beloved children's character Rupert Bear. -
1989-1990 Rupert Fortnightly and Monthly with Rupert Bear Canterbury TrailSurrey: 1989-1990A scarce collection of Rupert comics from its fortnightly and monthly issues by Clearmark Publications, alongside a Rupert Bear Canterbury trail and photocard. -
1978-80 The 1st, 2nd and 3rd 'St Michael' Book of Rupert FavouritesLondon: 1978-80Three volumes of Marks and Spencer's Rupert anthologies, containing colour illustrated short stories about the beloved comic strip character, Rupert Bear. -
1941 The Rupert BookLondon: 1941An uncommon Rupert Daily Express annual, a charming collection of text comics with vibrant illustrations. -
1974-1976 Rupert Daily Express AnnualLondon : 1974-1976An excellent set of three Rupert Daily Express annuals, featuring colour comic strips of the loveable children's character on his many adventures. -
1983-91 Nutwood Journals and Ephemera From the 'Followers of Rupert'Brighton: 1983-91A collection of scarce Rupert Bear 'Nutwood' journals, including two special issues, with a large selection of paraphernalia from the 'Followers of Rupert', an organisation for enthusiasts of Rupert the Bear. -
1935 Boys' and Girls' Book of the YearLondon: 1935A wonderfully curated children's book, with short stories, Rupert Bear comic strips, interactive puzzles, activities and more, profusely illustrated throughout. -
1884 Racconti per le GiovanetteFirenze: 1884A very scarce collection of nine tales for children by Rosalia Piatti, an illustrated anthology in the original Italian. -
1872 More "Bab" Ballads: Much Sound and Little SenseLondon: [1872]A humorous collection of children's poetry with illustrations throughout, illustrated and written by W. S. Gilbert. -
1859 The Scouring of the White HorseLondon: 1859The first edition of Thomas Hughes's novel about the Uffington White Horse, illustrated by Richard Doyle. -
1866 Palestine for the YoungLondon: 1866A smart first edition of this illustrated work on Palestine, written for young Christian children. -
1853 Philosophy in Sport Made Science in EarnestLondon: 1853A smart edition of this intriguing novel educating the reader on juvenile games, with a striking fore edge painting. -
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1898 Rosin the BeauBoston: 1898The first edition of this charming children's novel by American author Laura E. Richards, from the author's library. -
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1902 Mrs. TreeBoston: 1902Laura E. Richards's own copy of the first edition of this children's novel, inscribed to the author by her publishers. -
1898-9 Forgotten Children's BooksLondon : 1898-9The first edition of this fascinating exploration of forgotten children's books, profusely illustrated throughout. -
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1899 Quicksilver SueNew York: 1899The first edition of this charming tale for children by American author Laura E. Richards, the author's own copy from her library. -
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1891 In the High ValleyBoston: 1891A signed presentation copy of the final entry in Susan Coolidge's 'What Katy Did' series. Works signed by the author are exceptionally scarce. -
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1895 When I Was Your AgeBoston: 1895Laura E. Richards's own copy of her scarce autobiographical children's work about her childhood, inscribed to her by her publishers. -
1892 Hildegarde's HomeBoston: [1892]The author's own copy of this uncommon novel, the third in her 'Hildegarde' series, an illustrated first edition. -
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1889 Queen HildegardeBoston: [1889]An uncommon novel by Laura E. Richards, following the personal growth of a young Princess. The author's own copy, presented to her by the publishers. -
1913 The Kingdom of WhyIndianapolis: 1913The first edition of this very scarce children's fiction book about a magical land, with beautiful illustrations by Peter Newell. -
1948 The Rupert BookLondon: 1948A smart copy of this Rupert book with a delightful array of illustrated short stories. -
1949 Rupert Daily Express AnnualLondon: 1949A charming illustrated Rupert Bear book, with an array of delightful stories and interactive puzzles. -
1954-1955 Rupert Daily Express AnnualLondon : 1954-1955A delightful set of two Rupert Bear books from The Daily Express Annual with colourful illustrations throughout. -
1977-1979 3vol Rupert Annuals for the Years 1977, 1978, & 1979London: 1977-1979Three smart first editions of the Rupert Bear annuals for the years 1977, 1978, and 1979. -
1969-1970 2vol Rupert Annuals for the Years 1969 & 1970London: 1969-1970Two smart first editions of the Rupert Bear annuals for the years 1969 and 1970. -
1971-1973 3vol Rupert Annuals for the Years 1971, 1972, & 1973London: 1971-1973Three smart first editions of the Rupert Bear annuals for the years 1971, 1972, and 1973. -
1951 The New Rupert BookLondon: 1951A smart first edition of the new Rupert Bear book for the year 1951, with illustrations throughout. -
1946 The New Rupert BookLondon: 1946A very smartly rebound first edition of this new Rupert Bear book of stories, with illustrations throughout. -
1960-1961 Rupert Daily Express AnnualLondon : 1960-1961Two very smart Rupert books from The Daily Express Annual with their own delightful comics and interactive activities. -
1952 More Rupert AdventuresLondon: 1952A smart first edition of this collection of Rupert Bear adventures, with bright illustrations throughout. -
1945 A New Rupert BookLondon: 1945A smart first edition of this brightly illustrated new Rupert Bear book, with stories and games inside. -
1964-1965 2vol Rupert Annuals for the Years 1964 and 1965London: 1964-1965Two smart first editions of the Rupert Bear annuals for the years 1964 and 1965. -
1962-1963 2vol Rupert Annuals for the Years 1962 and 1963London: 1962-1963Two smart first editions of the Rupert Bear annuals for the years 1962 and 1963.
