Early edition of this classic rhyme, published by "one of the two printers who dominated the New York City children's book publishing scene in the early 19th century" (Modero).

Later edition of this little collection of moral stories, presented to a child over 150 years ago.

First edition thus, from Boston publisher Degen & Estes, of the tragic folktale, with woodcut illustrations after the circa 1850 Mahlon Day publication.

First edition of this colorful Gilded Age trip around the world, from England to China and more.

Early Republic era chapbook of this fascinatingly fatalistic little work about aging and death — a rare survival.

First edition of this little moral tale of the theft of a melon and the resulting punishment for the thief, published by active abolitionist Charles Whipple.

First edition of this little book of facts about flowers, with charming vernacular repair.

First edition of this moralistic chapbook, in eye-catching speckled gilt boards.

Second revised edition of one of the most popular mathematical textbooks in the early United States, with extensive contemporary figuring.

Popular antebellum book of catechisms for children, written for the use of Sunday Schools.

First edition thus, from New Haven published Babcock, of this illustrated collection of hymns by one of the most famous children's writers of the 19th century.

Apparent second edition of this moral tale of two little lambs named Peace and Inexperience.

First Appleton edition of this moralistic story of a young boy and his virtuous father figure.