THE WATER BABIES by CHARLES KINGSLEY-1900 ILLUSTRATED HB/PLATT & PECK

Description: The Water Babies by Charles Kingley, Illustrated by G. Wright, The Platt & Peck Company, New York, 1900. This is a 231 page illustrated hardback. There is wear/soiling to boards and spine, it is inscribed by former owner on the back of the front cover, pages are age toned. The binding is tight and interior pages are clean, bright and unmarked. Overall it is in good vintage condition. This children's Victorian-era fairy tale recounts the adventures of Tom, a chimney sweep, who works for a cruel boss. One day, he falls into a river where he is drowned but his life was restored by a bug-like creature who had many adventures and learned many things. This book was written for children and contains a moral. It ends with the words, "...I told you at first this is all a fairy tale and only fun and pretence and therefore, you are not to believe a word of it, even if it is true." PLEASE NOTE: I do not use stock photos. What you see pictured is what you receive. If you are not satisfied with this item after purchase, simply return for refund. I do not reimburse return postage. Please check photos, description and ask questions PRIOR to purchase to avoid misunderstandings. Colors can vary with lighting, screens, monitors and distance. I am always happy to provide additional photos upon request. I leave feedback when I receive confirmation from your feedback that the purchase is satisfactory. Non-Paying winning bidders are reported to eBay, as per their policy; therefore please advise if you change your mind after winning an auction so the item can be relisted and made available to other buyers. Thanks for looking!

Price: 16.99 USD

Location: Inwood, West Virginia

End Time: 2024-11-11T19:35:45.000Z

Shipping Cost: 4.99 USD