This book most likely represents a transition copy published early in 1898 with the title lettered in silver gilt but the author’s name in gold gilt.
Question & Answer Series 143 Petit Trianon Series
Q: We found this book (A Christmas Carol) in my grandmothers things. We love the the cover. The inscription says 1906. Anything you can add.
A: Your book is part of the Petit Trianon Series and was published in 1907 (Christmas, 1906).
It originally came in a labeled box. (See below)
It is a reprint with nominal value.
Question & Answer Vademecum Series 180
Q: We found this book (Paradise Lost) in my husband’s parent’s belongings. What can you tell us about it?
It does not have a copyright page.
A: Your book is part of the Vademecum Series and was published in 1907. It originally came within a labeled box. See below.
It is a reprint and has nominal value.
Question & Answer Series 143 Petit Trianon Series
Q: Can you tell me the year of this book, Elizabeth and Her German Garden? Is this book reproduced?
What the value of this book is.
I can not find this book cover on the sites I’ve searched.
A: Your book is part of the Petit Trianon Series and was published in 1903-1904.
It originally came within a labeled box.
It is a reprint with nominal value.
It is a reprint with nominal value.
Question & Answer Series 48 Beauxarts Series
Q: I am Interested in learning about “Moses from an old Manse” book. I have attached a picture. If you could please give me information about it, that would be greatly appreciated. I am also looking to sell.
Thank you
A: Your book is a reprint and was published in 1902. It is part of the Beauxarts Series
It originally came within a labeled box. See below.
It has nominal value.
Question & Answer Series 180 Vademecum Series
Q: Hello there! The publishing page has been torn out of this book, In His Steps. What can you tell me about it? Thank you so much!
A: Your book is from the Vademecum Series and was published in 1901.
The picture on the appliqué is called “Spring” and was painted by Alphonse Mucha.
The title is a reprint with nominal value.
Question & Answer Series 143 Petit Trianon Series
Q: Hello, I “rescued” this precious little book at an estate sale today. It was in a dirty, dimly lit basement with lots of other old books. It’s a little dirty, but I am afraid to clean it. Also, there is no date whatsoever anywhere in it. The title on the front of the book is Longfellow’s Poems Vol. 1
A: Your book is part of the Petit Trianon Series and was published in 1907. See: Henry Altemus Company – Petit Trianon (Third numbering) Series 143
It originally came within a labeled box. See below.
It has nominal value.
Question & Answer Series 175 Three Volume Sets
Q: Hello. I read through your site and I just couldn’t seem to figure out when this book was published. The Princess and Maud
These are the only real pages with information. Just curious, if you have any ideas!
A: Your book is part of the “Three Volume Sets” Series and was published in 1897. See: Henry Altemus Company – Three Volume Sets Series 175
As per the title of the series, it was one of three books by Tennyson that were sold as a boxed set.
It has nominal value.
Here is a picture a boxed set:
Question & Answer Series 143 Petit Trianon Series
Q: Hello! I just had a couple questions about a book that I have, Fanchon. I can’t seem to find any information about it. If you could please help me.
A: Your book is part of the Petit Trianon Series and was published in 1899. See: Henry Altemus Company – Petit Trianon (Third numbering) Series 143
It originally came in a labeled box. See below for an example.
The title is a reprint and has nominal value.
Question & Answer Series 143 Petit Trianon Series
Q: Hello. I have a lovely book, missing the first few pages. It is a hardbound copy of Longfellow’s EVANGELINE, A Tale of Acadia.
ALTEMUS is imprinted on the binding, there are two flowers (iris) imprinted on the front as well as fleur de lis. Are you able to give me any information on book?
Thank you for your expertise!
A: Your book is part of the Petit Trianon Series and was published in 1903-1904.
Originally it came within a labeled box. An example is shown below.
It is a reprint and missing a few pages has with no monetary value.