Henry Altemus Company

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Petit Trianon Series

Q:  Can you tell me the year of this book, Elizabeth and Her German Garden? Is this book reproduced? What the value of this book is.
I can not find this book cover on the sites I've searched.

A:  Your book is part of the Petit Trianon Series and was published in 1903-1904.
It originally came within a labeled box.
It is a reprint with nominal value.

Beauxarts Series

Q:  I am Interested in learning about "Moses from an old Manse" book. I have attached a picture. If you could please give me information about it, that would be greatly appreciated. I am also looking to sell.
Thank you

A:  Your book is a reprint and was published in 1902. It is part of the Beauxarts Series
It originally came within a labeled box. See here.
It has nominal value.

Vademecum Series

Q:  Hello there! The publishing page has been torn out of this book, In His Steps. What can you tell me about it? Thank you so much!

A:  Your book is from the Vademecum Series and was published in 1901.
The picture on the appliqué is called "Spring" and was painted by Alphonse Mucha.
The title is a reprint with nominal value.
Henry Altemus Co - Alphonse Mucha
Henry Altemus Company - Vademecum Series (later numbering) Series 180

Petit Trianon Series

Q:  Hello, I "rescued" this precious little book at an estate sale today. It was in a dirty, dimly lit basement with lots of other old books. It’s a little dirty, but I am afraid to clean it. Also, there is no date whatsoever anywhere in it. The title on the front of the book is Longfellow's Poems Vol. 1

A:  Your book is part of the Petit Trianon Series and was published in 1907. See: Henry Altemus Company - Petit Trianon (Third numbering) Series 143
It originally came within a labeled box. See here.
It has nominal value.

Three Volume Sets

Q:  Hello. I read through your site and I just couldn't seem to figure out when this book was published. The Princess and Maud
These are the only real pages with information. Just curious, if you have any ideas!

A:  Your book is part of the "Three Volume Sets" Series and was published in 1897. See:Henry Altemus Company - Three Volume Sets Series 175

As per the title of the series, it was one of three books by Tennyson that were sold as a boxed set.

It has nominal value.

Here is a picture a boxed set.

Petit Trianon Series

Q:  Hello! I just had a couple questions about a book that I have, Fanchon. I can't seem to find any information about it. If you could please help me.

A:  Your book is part of the Petit Trianon Series and was published in 1899. See: Henry Altemus Company - Petit Trianon (Third numbering) Series 143

It originally came in a labeled box. See here for an example.

The title is a reprint and has nominal value.

Petit Trianon Series

Q:  Hello. I have a lovely book, missing the first few pages. It is a hardbound copy of Longfellow's EVANGELINE, A Tale of Acadia.

ALTEMUS is imprinted on the binding, there are two flowers (iris) imprinted on the front as well as fleur de lis. Are you able to give me any information on book?

Thank you for your expertise!

A:  Your book is part of the Petit Trianon Series and was published in 1903-1904. Henry Altemus Company - Petit Trianon (Third numbering) Series 143

Originally it came within a labeled box. An example is shown here.

It is a reprint and missing a few pages has with no monetary value.

Vademcum Series

Q:  This was my aunt's book, Treasure Island, and there is no copyright date on the inside page. She was born in 1908. I would appreciate any information you can give me.

A:  Your book was published in 1915 as part of the Vademecum Series.
It originally was sold in a labeled box. See here.
See: http://www.henryaltemus.com/series/series180.htm
It a a reprint with nominal value.

Vademcum Series

Q:  I was hoping you might be able to tell me a little more about this book, Thoughts of Marcus Aurelius. It caught my eye at a garage sale, and I picked it up for $2. I was curious about what time period it was from, and if it has any particular value.

A:  Your book was published in 1902 as part of the Vademecum Series.
It originally came within a labeled box.
See: http://www.henryaltemus.com/series/series180.htm
In my opinion you paid a fair price.

Vademecum Series

Q:  I recently acquired this book, The Little Lame Prince, from a relative and wanted to inquire about the date and information of the book. When research I came across your website and saw the mention of Vademecum Series.
I was hoping to gain further knowledge on the subject of the book. Thank you for your time. Attached are some photos.

A:  Your book was published in 1903 as part of the Vademecum Series. It originally came within a labeled box.
It is a reprint with nominal value.
See: http://www.henryaltemus.com/series/series180.htm