Q: Rarity? Value? Thank you. Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland

A: I am asked about the Altemus versions of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass frequently.

All of Altemus’ formats are reprints and there are quite a number of them. All are described here: http://henryaltemus.com/alice/alice.htm.

These titles are very collectible. The value of course is in the eyes of the beholder. Of interest is that the format that frequently sells (and is listed) for significant money is extremely common. That cover is from the Young People’s Library Format 2 and 3. This book is listed with the copyright of 1897 but most copies advertised for sale were actually published in the teens.

The very common cover 1898-1923 version

Your book above is from the first format of the Young People’s Library. It is scarcer than the book with the queen on the cover.

For what it’s worth here are some of my favorite Altemus versions. (all our shown on the website above)