Juvenile Poems 1843 Providence RI chap book

(Old Books, 19th Century Books, Americana, Children's Books, Illustrated Books, Chap Books, Woodcut Illustrations).

Juvenile Poems to be Read and Learned.
Published 1843, Providence, Rhode Island by Geo. P. Daniels.
16 pages. Text in English. Illustrated throughout with woodcut images. 

Poor shape, heavily handled, most/ all leaves with splits at fore edge.

Paper home-made wall paper wrappers, spine neatly hand sewn using thread (done by an early owner). Retains original rear cover (preserved by owner & sewn in under the wall paper covers).

Scarce pre 1850 juvenile American chap book. An early owner has carefully used thread to stitch the spine in a manner frequently seen on small chap books of this vintage. This early hand repair adds a particular charm to the item.

Book is over 150 years old and shows some signs of handling and time. Item is not new or in "new" condition.

Binding age worn, typical signs of handling from young hands, remains overall attractive as an object.

Paper is toned, extensive soiling and small spots, stains, etc., still sound and agreeable given the small size, fragile nature, date and intended audience.

Still attractive on the shelf, it displays a pleasing and unique age patina, any age flaws easy to overlook or forgive. 

Please review photos for more detail showing how this rare little juvenile item survives. The asking price reflects the condition based on our examination and 35+ years full time exposure to antiquarian books and ephemera of all types. Flaws seen and described have been taken into account.

Book Measures c. 4 1/4" H x 3" W.

[B5660].