Q: I have a copy of an Altemus 1895 format 1, Alice in Wonderland – Through the Looking Glass that has a blank spine but it refers to Gulliver’s Travels on the inside ad page so I believe it is a second edition.

I’m trying to determine the book’s value. Attached are photos of the cover and ad pages. Can you assist or me point in the right direction of whom I should contact? I truly appreciate your assistance.

A: You have described your book perfectly. It is part of the Young People’s Library, Format 1. This format was published between 1895 and 1898.

The early, absolutely first printing of this format list only to Through the Looking Glass. The later 1895 versions list to Gulliver’s Travels (your book).

The two Lewis Carroll books in this series are in great demand. They are reprints but have very nice covers and numerous illustrations.

A $25-75 price range is reasonable.