Description
First edition of Pictures and Stories from Uncle Tom’s Cabin by Harriet Beecher Stowe, published in 1853.
Quarto, 32pp. Original glossy paper wraps. Central binding thread is loose, leaves are not joined at the gutter. Profession restoration and tissue repairs to spine and fore edge of covers. Rarely seen with covers still intact. Leaves are clean, text is legible. (Sabin 92507)
A unique example adapting an essential American classic for younger audiences.
Uncle Tom’s Cabin was first published in serial form in the National Era newspaper from June 5, 1851 to April 1, 1852. This first issue in book form was published March 20, 1852.