Description: The antique book is an 1863 first edition soft shape book titled "Red Riding Hood" by Lydia L.A. Very. Published by Prang in Boston, Mass., the book falls under the category of Children's literature and Fairy Tales & Fantasy. The book features a unique softcover binding and is written in English, making it a special piece for collectors interested in early American children's literature. The illustrations and story revolve around the character of Little Red Riding Hood. 6-5/8" x 2-3/8"16 PagesChomolithographed Wrappers (sewn)Book is in the shape of Little Red Riding Hood with the wolf crouched around her ankles.These "doll" books were sold for 25 cents each or could also be purchased in an elegant box that included three stories - Prang also published "Robinson Crusoe," "Goody Two-Shoes" (also by Lydia Very), "Cinderalla" and "King Winter."This version of "Red Riding Hood" may have been the first ever shape book published.
Price: 149.95 USD
Location: York, Pennsylvania
End Time: 2025-02-15T01:10:31.000Z
Shipping Cost: 7.65 USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Binding: Softcover, Wraps
Place of Publication: Boston, Mass
Signed: No
Publisher: Prang
Subject: Children's
Original/Facsimile: Original
Year Printed: 1863
Language: English
Special Attributes: 1st Edition, Shape Book
Author: Lydia L.A. Very
Region: North America
Topic: Fairy Tales & Fantasy
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Character Family: Little Red Riding Hood
