| Creator |
S. W. Partridge & Co. (London, England) |
| Title |
S. W. Partridge & Co. Catalogue of Popular Illustrated Books, 1904
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 81.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Al Haines
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| Summary |
"S. W. Partridge & Co. Catalogue of Popular Illustrated Books, 1904" is a catalog of illustrated publications offered by S. W. Partridge & Co., a notable publisher from the early 20th century. This catalog outlines a broad selection of popular illustrated books across various genres including adventure, historical fiction, and religious texts, indicative of the literary interests of the time. The breadth of the catalog reveals the diverse tastes of readers during this period, emphasizing a focus on accessible, illustrated literature suitable for both children and adults. The catalog lists numerous titles organized by price, featuring works from a variety of authors including G. A. Henty, George Manville Fenn, and Ferrar Fenton. Each entry details the title, author, and pricing, along with specific features such as illustrations and cloth bindings. Notably, the catalog highlights not only fiction but also informative works, such as those related to geography and history, addressing audiences seeking both entertainment and education. This compilation serves as a snapshot of early 20th-century publishing trends and indicates the societal value placed on illustrated literature as a means to engage readers of all ages. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
Z: Bibliography, Library science
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| Subject |
Publishers' catalogs -- England -- London
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| Subject |
S. W. Partridge & Co. (London, England) -- Catalogs
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
45433 |
| Release Date |
Apr 18, 2014 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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