Rediscover America’s beloved “Hoosier Poet” with this 1929 illustrated edition of Best Loved Poems by James Whitcomb Riley.
Details
• Measurements: 8 x 7 x 1.5 inches
• Material / Finish: Cloth hardcover with printed dust jacket
• Weight (before shipping): Approx. 1.8 lbs
• Maker / Markings: Blue Ribbon Books, Inc., New York
• Era or Estimated Age: 1929
• Pages: 407
• Genre: Poetry & American Literature
• Style / Design Notes: Blue cloth cover with yellow lettering and charming black-and-white illustrations by Ethel Franklin Betts; classic typography and deckled page edges
• Suggested Uses: Ideal for poetry lovers, collectors of early American literature, vintage décor, or a timeless literary gift
• Origin: United States
Condition Grade: Good
Notes: Dust jacket shows notable edge wear and chipping. Binding remains tight with some shelf wear. Pages clean and illustrations bright with light toning.
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Condition Grade Key: Near Fine (minimal wear, very well preserved), Very Good (light wear, fully intact), Good (moderate wear, fully readable), Fair (noticeable wear or markings).
Collector’s Note
This 1929 Best Loved Poems of James Whitcomb Riley Omnibus Edition gathers over 400 pages of the poet’s most celebrated verse — from The Raggedy Man to Little Orphant Annie. Illustrated by Ethel Franklin Betts, this early Blue Ribbon Books printing beautifully captures Riley’s blend of humor, nostalgia, and Midwestern warmth. A wonderful collectible for readers who cherish classic American poetry..
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