Antique 'Helen’s Babies' Hardcover by John Habberton
$42.00
Helen's Babies by Habberton, Hardcover. J.H. Sears and Company Publisher. Measures about 7.25" by 4.75". 227 pages. Good condition for age. Slight separation at the front of the book, there is writing on the inside cover page, yellowing of pages.
Step into the charming world of 19th-century domestic humor with this antique hardcover edition of "Helen’s Babies" by John Habberton, published by J.H. Sears and Company. This 227-page volume serves as a vibrant archive of classic American storytelling, capturing the whimsical and often chaotic adventures of a bachelor uncle left to care for his two mischievous nephews. The cover’s evocative illustration of a quiet moment by the hearth is a quintessential example of early 20th-century book design, making it a soulful addition to a curated library or a "Dark Academia" inspired study.
Measuring approximately 7.25 inches by 4.75 inches, this book remains in good condition for its significant age. As an honest heritage artifact, it exhibits a storied patina through naturally yellowed pages and authentic shelf wear reflective of its history. Notable characteristics include slight separation at the front hinge and vintage handwriting on the inside cover page, offering a tactile connection to the readers of the past. Whether featured as a visual cornerstone for a collection of antique children's literature or kept as a reference for early 20th-century graphic arts, this book brings a heartwarming and enduring energy to any curated interior.
This item is antique, over 100 years old.
Step into the charming world of 19th-century domestic humor with this antique hardcover edition of "Helen’s Babies" by John Habberton, published by J.H. Sears and Company. This 227-page volume serves as a vibrant archive of classic American storytelling, capturing the whimsical and often chaotic adventures of a bachelor uncle left to care for his two mischievous nephews. The cover’s evocative illustration of a quiet moment by the hearth is a quintessential example of early 20th-century book design, making it a soulful addition to a curated library or a "Dark Academia" inspired study.
Measuring approximately 7.25 inches by 4.75 inches, this book remains in good condition for its significant age. As an honest heritage artifact, it exhibits a storied patina through naturally yellowed pages and authentic shelf wear reflective of its history. Notable characteristics include slight separation at the front hinge and vintage handwriting on the inside cover page, offering a tactile connection to the readers of the past. Whether featured as a visual cornerstone for a collection of antique children's literature or kept as a reference for early 20th-century graphic arts, this book brings a heartwarming and enduring energy to any curated interior.
This item is antique, over 100 years old.