Description
G.A. Henty: A Tale of Adventure
George Alfred Henty was a product of the Victorian Age. Although he has been called “the Great Imperialist,” he “was inclined to very liberal views in politics and religion.” With the current revival of interest in his work, he is being read again not only for the excellent history his books impart, but also for the “sound moral precepts” they contain. How odd for this Second Elizabethan Age!
Decorated Leather Bindings
Despite the long history of rebinding classic antiquarian works in elaborately decorated covers, doing the same for Twentieth-century classics is relatively new. We look at a bookbinding firm that has created some fresh and lovely covers that expand the visual range of book collecting.
Augusta Huiell Seaman:
Nancy Drew for Smart Kids
Between 1910 and 1949, Augusta Huiell Seaman published 42 books for children. She was well known—and her works were well loved—in her time. While her reputation has dimmed somewhat, her mysteries hold a deeper appeal than series fiction that is now more popular. Seaman books are nearly impossible to find.
Books into Film
The Good Earth, a novel by Pearl S. Buck; a film by Sidney Franklin.
Ten Years Ago
December 1992 Checklist Update: Jack London