Victorian 1888 Royal Picture Book Worthington Co -128pg

1888 The Royal Picture Book ...given to a young girl for Christmas w/ pencil inscription on one of the front pages Filled with wonderful copies of famous Victorian prints and corresponding stories / poems 128 pages - 9 1/2" x 11" Here is the book's format: on one page are 2 stories or poems with a related picture to one of the 2 themes; on opposite page is a full size picture for the other story or poem Some examples of the pics and stories: (1877) Three-Home-Rulers by Kate Greenway, (1870) Who Said Rats? by Abbott Handerson Thayer and so on Unmistakably beautiful graphics Full page pic of the Princess of Wales and Family; references to Queen Victoria's 50th year of reign Truly a gem of a picture book not to mention a window into the historical / social environment of Victorian times Some damage to the cover and inside binding - see pics please Pages all intact; some dirt, finger marks but overall good condition - saw some but not a lot of use Will ship as a 4 lb package from zip code 14062 - unless other requested, will ship insured by media mail please resolve questions before bidding we ship within three (3) days of receiving clear payment. If other arrangements are required, please let us know so we can accommodate your needs we ship by either UPS or USPS – buyer is responsible for shipping costs shipping costs includes $1.75 handling fee shipping costs includes insurance payment is due within three (3) business days of the close of the auction and immediately for Buy It Now thanks and good luck 04.04.002 read more