The Golden Staircase by Louey Chisholm

$30.00

The Golden Staircase: Poems And Verses For Children is a collection of poems and verses compiled by Louey Chisholm and originally published in 1906. The book contains a selection of classic and lesser-known poems, ranging from traditional nursery rhymes and lullabies to longer narrative pieces and moral tales. The poems are organised thematically, with sections on nature, animals, fairy tales, and more. The book’s title is inspired by a poem by William Butler Yeats, and the collection is intended to provide a “”golden staircase”” of literature for children to climb, introducing them to the joys of poetry and storytelling. The language is accessible and playful, with many of the poems featuring catchy rhymes and rhythms. The book has been a beloved classic for over a century, inspiring generations of young readers to explore the world of poetry.

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SKU P000078
Description

A hardcover edition with bottle green cloth boards, gilt lettering and motif. The spine is partially detached. There is rubbing and wear to the edges of the book. There is foxing and toning throughout but the text and black and white drawings are clear and legible. There is a previous owner’s blue ink inscription on the inside front page. Pictures by C.E. Brock and H. M.Brock.

Edge of spine has been glued down

Publisher: T.Nelson & Sons -T.C. & E. C. Jack Ltd., London.

Publication Date: no date visible but circa 1928.

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Additional Information
Weight 0.925 kg