Presumed first edition (no subsequent printings noted) in immaculate blue boards with silver gilt stamping, topstain blue. Binnding is crisp and tight, with illustrated endpapers and color frontis. . Marvelously illustrated throughout with drawings and color plates. The book is covered in a bright jacket with wear at top of spine, else about fine, with original $2.00 price. A lovely copy.
Publisher: Philadelphia: Jon C. Winston Company, 1937
Date published: 1937
Format: Hardcover
Decorative Cloth (Blue). Very Good +/No Jacket. First Edition, First Printing. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Blue top page edges. Gift inscription (pencil).
This is the second story of Silver Chief, the offspring of a husky and a wolf, found in the wild and befriended and tamed by Sergeant Jim Thorne of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. It is a terrific adventure story. Jack O'Brien (1898 - 1938), was a surveyor to the Byrd Antarctic expedition 1928-30, and often drove huskies on prospecting trips into Northern Canada. Other books in the series include Silver Chief Dog of the North, Return of Silver Chief, and Silver Chief's Revenge. This first edition features blue boards with silver lettering and illustrated endpapers. The binding is tight and square and the unclipped dustjacket is in very good condition and is protected by a mylar cover, This was never a library book.
{Size: 14.60 x 22.86 cms} Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted by the prestigious organization Rare Biblio with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2016, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: -English, Pages: -249. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request.
Silver Chief Dog of the North with Silver Chief to the Rescue with The Return of Silver Chief
O'Brien, Jack
Silver Chief Dog of the North with Silver Chief to the Rescue with The Return of Silver Chief
O'Brien, Jack
Publisher: The John C. Winston Company, Chicago, Philadelphia and Toronto
Format: Hardcover
1933, 1937, and 1943 respectively. First editions. O'Brien snuck some other titles in between, but these are the first three Silver Chief titles. Octavo blue pictorial cloth stamped in silver. Volumes are fine. Dust jackets are very good with some fraying at the spine tips to Dog and Rescue. Together three volumes - a nice set.
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