Henry Altemus Company

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Beauxarts Series

Q:  I was wondering when this book (A Christmas Carol) was published and if it's worth anything? It was obtained at a tag sale. It has no information on the inside pages re: publishing date, etc. I also looked online & can find zero info about this edition of the book in particular. 

A:  Your book was published in 1902 as part of the Beauxarts Series. It is a reprint.
It originally came within a labeled box. Example here.
See http://www.henryaltemus.com/series/series48.htm
In my opinion it has nominal value.

Esperance Series

Q:  Hello, I picked up this book years ago and was trying to research it. I came across your excellent website but couldn’t find information about this particular type of binding, which is brushed suede or leather. The title is "The Beauty of a Life of Service" by Rev. Phillips Brooks. The copyright date is 1896. The book binding has come apart, so it probably has no value in this condition.
Any information would be appreciated.

A:  Your book is part of the Esperance Series and was published between 1905-1909.

See: Henry Altemus Co - Esperance Series 79

It originally came within a labeled box.

Altemus Library (2)

Q:  Hello! I have The Song of Hiawatha and after extensive searching online I have been unable to find a similar cover to estimate value and exact publication date.

A:  Your book was published in 1913-1914 as part of the Altemus Library.

See: Henry Altemus Company - Altemus Library (2) Series 38

In my opinion it has nominal value.

La Belle Fleur Series

Q:  Good Afternoon,
I found this book in my Grandmothers belongings, Uncle Tom's Cabin. Can you tell me anything about it?

A:  Your book is part of the La Belle Fleur Series.
It was published in 1901 and is a reprint.
Originally it had a dust jacket.
See: http://www.henryaltemus.com/series/series115.htm

Petit Trianon Series

Q:  I recently obtained this edition from a collection in Oregon, Alice's Adventures in Wonderland. Any information regarding the book would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you for your time.

A:  Your book is part of the Petit Trianon Series. It was published in 1903-1904.
Originally it was sold within a labeled box.

See: http://www.henryaltemus.com/series/series143.htm

Vademecum Series

Q:  I have two questions about the book, Evangeline and Other Poems, that is pictured on the attachment. One, is it part of the Valdemecum #180 or Petit Trianon #143 series? Its size is 6 1/4 by 4 1/4 inches. It was received as a gift by the former owner in 1903. It was published by Henry Altemus Company. Second, what are the name(s) of the flowers on the cover?

I have visited your website and thank you for providing such good information on Henry Altemus books.

A:  Your book is part of the Vademecum Series and was published in 1904. On the webpage you can see books that have the same cover format in the 1904 pictures.

Your flowers match the Iris pictures. Of course, I wouldn’t know an iris from a dandelion but years ago a flower expert identified all of the Altemus cover flowers for me.
See Vademecum Series (later numbering) Series 180

Vademecum Series

Q:  Uncle Tom's Cabin
Curious of the value good condition
Published 1894

A:  Your book is a late reprint. It was published as part of the Vademecum Series in 1899.
See: http://www.henryaltemus.com/series/series180.htm
Nominal value.

Esperance Series

Q:  Hello, I have been searching for the published year and value for this Altemus book, Self Reliance.

The only date in the book is referenced 'Copyright 1896' Approximately 4” x 6” embossed suede cover, worn cover edges as seen in the picture, spine intact, all pages intact, no handwriting, stains or other issues.

A:  Your book is part of the Esperance Series and was published between 1905 and 1909. It originally had a ribbon on the cover and came in a labeled box.
It has nominal value.
See http://www.henryaltemus.com/series/series79.htm

Life of Service Series

Q:  Hi! Just wondering if you have any info on this undated version of Daily Food for Christians?

A:  Your book is from the Life of Service Series and was published in the 1920's. It originally had a dust jacket. See: http://www.henryaltemus.com/series/series121.htm

It has nominal value.

Beauxarts Series

Q:  I have an edition of Tom Brown's School Days that I can't seem to find anywhere online.

A:  Your book was published in 1902 as part of the Beauxarts Series. See: Henry Altemus Company - Beauxarts Series (later numbering) 48
It originally came within a labeled box.
It is a reprint with nominal value.
An example of the box is shown here.