Q: Hello, I stumbled on your great website while trying to research a book I have: “Tales From Shakspeare” Charles and Mary Lamb Henry Altemus Company Philadelphia.
I can’t find any date other than the preface and after reading your comments I don’t want to assume the 1878 is the correct printing date.
Photo is attached. Book is small (4-1/4 x 6-1/4)
Any information would be most appreciated.
Thank you.

A: Your book was published in 1907 and is part of the Vademecum Series. See http://henryaltemus.com/series/series180.htm.

It originally came in a labeled slipcase box. All the books in this series are reprints.

You are correct to question the 1878 date. Frequently Altemus reprinted older editions of titles in their entirety. So earlier prefaces and copyrights are included in the later Altemus editions.