Q: I have possessed this lovely book for many years, Lowell’s Poems.

I did not see photos of this book on your website. It appears to have been printed in 1899 by Henry Altemus, Manufacturer, Philadelphia.

Can you provide any additional details of my book, how many were printed in 1899?

A: Your book is part of the Vademecum Series and was published in 1899.

See: Henry Altemus Company – Vademecum Series (later numbering) Series 180

There are no records regarding the number printed.

Your edition is a reprint of a title which is not in demand.

It only has nominal value.

Q: I recently found a book by your company at my mom’s house (The House of the Seven Gables). I could not find any date in the book maybe you could give me some info on it.

A: Your book is part of the Vademecum Series and was published in 1901.

See:  Henry Altemus Company – Vademecum Series (later numbering) Series 180

For more about the appliqué picture on the cover, see: Henry Altemus Company – Vademecum Series / European Artists

(Your pic is #10)

This book is a reprint with nominal monetary value.

Q: I have a copy of Carmen that I’m trying to find the date of, the closest I can guess is 1896 or 1897. Any help you can give me would be greatly appreciated.

A: 1896.

See: Henry Altemus Company – Vademecum Series (early numbering) 179