Published in New York in 1920, this antique piece of literature is a rare find for collectors of English language literature and fiction. The book's compact size and high-quality binding make it a valuable addition to any literary enthusiast's collection, showcasing the beauty and history of printed works from a bygone era.
The 1920's Little Leather Library (Luxart) Red Book featuring Poems by Robert Burns is a miniature English language book bound in leather. Published by Little Leather Library in the United States, this collectible item is perfect for literature enthusiasts and collectors. The book showcases the work of prominent author Robert Burns, making it a unique and valuable addition to any literature and fiction collection.
The Happy Prince by Oscar Wilde. Ballad of Reading Gaol by Oscar Wilde. The Tempest by William Shakespeare. The Gold Bug by Edgar Allan Poe. The Fifty Best Poems of England. Short Stories by Guy de Maupassant.
Vintage Little Leather Library mini classic books, early 1900s era. Lot includes 30+ titles featuring authors such as Shakespeare, Kipling, Stevenson, Wilde, Tennyson, Poe, and more. Small palm-sized volumes with green leatherette covers and gold embossing. Original decorative designs with “Little Leather Library – Redcroft Edition” imprint. Condition: Good vintage condition overall. Visible wear including edge rubbing, fading, and some surface marks consistent with age. Bindings intact. Great for collectors, decor, or classic literature enthusiasts. Sold as a complete lot. Most all books look like Midnight Summers Dream and the Jekyl & Hyde book is the only one that looks like that with binding falling off.
Robert A Koch Publishers. Salomé by Oscar Wilde. Ballad of Reading Gaol by Oscar Wilde. The Gold Bug by Edgar Allan Poe. The Tempest by William Shakespeare. Fifty Best Poems of England. Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde by Robert Louis Stevenson.
The founders eventually used the lessons learned from these "Classics" sets to create the Book-of-the-Month Club in 1926. Short Stories by DeMaupassant. When you check the spine very closely under a bright light on these early editions you can see the Title and Author printed in block letters.
