Q: Hello. I was wondering if you had any information on this book, The House of the Seven Gables, with this specific cover (design, color)? I’ve been unable to find it on the internet. I was curious about when it was from.

A: Your book is part of the Vademecum Series and was published in 1899. See http://www.henryaltemus.com/series/series180.htm

The cover design was used for all the books in this series published in this year.

The color was one of a number of colors used. See below for some examples.

Q: Hello, I am attempting to research numerous books owned by my grandfather. I found this lovely volume entitled Buy Your Own Cherries. I’m curious as to when it was published and if there is any value in it? I appreciate your help.

A: Your book is part of the Devotional Series and was published in this format between 1898-1924.

See: Henry Altemus Company – Devotional Series 75

It is a reprint without any monetary value.

Q: I was passed down this book by my great great grandmother who had it passed to her by her mother I’m not worried about what its worth money wise except for ins if needed.

It is a reprint and need not be insured since its monetary value is less than $10.

Q: I just came across your site today and thought you might be able to assist me. I received this book Treasure Island by Robert L Stevenson and would like to know if it is rare and possibly know it’s value. I’m assuming it’s from early 1900’s. I also attached another page it has somebody’s name but can’t read it. Thanks for your assistance.

Q: I’ve recently purchased a copy of Ralph Waldo Emerson’s Essays, First Series published by Henry Altemus and I can’t seem to find a similar cover to my copy anywhere. I was hoping to get a little more information about this book.

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Q: Hello! I recently bought a copy of Paradise Lost from a seller who says it’s from 1899 and I have a few questions. On one of the pages it says that my book is Volume 1, and I’m having trouble finding out what volume 2 is. Is it Paradise Regained or another additional volume of Paradise lost? I am also curious if you have any info on its value. I can send additional pictures as needed. Any information would be greatly appreciated!

A: Your book was published between 1899 and 1901 as part of the Beauxarts Series.

Q: I was just curious as to any information you can provide about a book I have purchased from an antique store (In Memoriam). I know it is not a particularly unique one but I would still like to know anything about it. 

I have attached a picture

A: Your book is part of the Vademecum Series and was published in 1904.

Originally it came within a labeled box.

See: http://www.henryaltemus.com/series/series180.htm

It is a reprint with nominal value.