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Wright, Julia McNair : [Children Nature Readers] Seaside and Wayside, Book Three

D.C. Heath & Co., Publishers, Boston, 1903

1903. Book Three. Decorative green hardcover, full color frontispiece, black and white sketches/line drawings throughout, review lessons at end, 267 pages. Plus 12 pages of advertising relative to publisher and books. THIS IS NOT A FACSIMILE OR RECENT REPRINT. IT IS THE ACTUAL 1903 EDITION. Condition: Light age darkening to binding, slightly darker at spine; faint soiling; light bump to one corner (affecting several pages, i.e., creases), light toning to edges. Short crack to first hinge. Endpapers and text block in Near Fine condition. Free of writing, underlines; page tears, speckled humidity stains, or the smell of a previous smoker. Not a former library book. Overall, book is Very Good. Here is nature science for young people pure and simple, in language attractive and comprehensible to the child mind. It's full of useful knowledge so presented that it is within the receptive and retentive powers of children. It teaches the child to read and new vocabulary while teaching him/her something else of value - nature. This book covers plants and plant life, birds (and various types and behaviors), and more. Included are short stories/lessons, such as The Life of the Old Man and the Meadow, The Robber Cousin, The Merry Cousin, and A Queer Cricket. Also there are Review Questions to aid in learning and retaining new information. Delightful. Educational. Perfect for children. And a collectible vintage book about nature. Note: We are a well-established, well-respected, ethical book dealer in business since 1991. We describe the condition of our books thoroughly and honestly, so you'll know exactly what you will be receiving when you order. We ship promptly.. Book Condition: Very Good. Binding: Hardcover

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