Description: The Voyage of the Wishbone Boat by Alice C D Riley, 1907 H M Caldwell Publishers illustrated by L J Bridgman. Color illustration by L. J. Bridgman antique edition. Collectible copy. This is a wonderful story about a Princess who makes wish on a magic wishbone which turns into a flying boat to aid her in her quest for Beauty. She encounters all manner of folk/creatures in her voyage. Alice Cushing Donaldson Riley (1864-1953) was an author and playwright who lived in Evanston from 1898 until 1931. She wrote children’s poetry, songs, stories and several one-act plays. Rare Children's Book. Hardcover without dust jacket Color paste down illustration on Beige decorated boards. Hinges intact. Light markings noted in pictures. Some pages partially loose form binding but still safely attached. The 1907 edition has 6 color plates and 6 duo tone illustrations. Beautiful. The outside is in fair condition with slight tear on the title sticker and worn corners, common with books of this age. SIZE: 7 x 9 (approximately) PAGES: 205 pages I did not notice any writing on the pages apart from those in the photos in the beginning (Mrs. Lutz, J3 C, 10/10 125). Lovely piece for your antique book collection and children’s book collection.
Price: 79 USD
Location: Mount Vernon, Washington
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Book Title: The Voyage Of The Wishbone Boat
Narrative Type: Fiction
Publisher: H. M. C. Caldwell
Original Language: English
Publication Year: 1907
Type: Novel
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Author: Alice C. D. Riley
Features: Illustrated
Genre: Fairy Tale
Topic: Fairytale
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
