The Daughter of the Chieftain Edward S. Ellis Antique Hardcover McLoughlin Brothers Illustrated circa 1908 to 1910

The Daughter of the Chieftain by Edward S. Ellis is an early 20th century illustrated juvenile adventure published by McLoughlin Brothers of New York. Based on the binding design and illustrated title page, this edition appears consistent with McLoughlin printings produced around 1908 to 1910.

Written by prolific adventure author Edward S. Ellis, the story follows a young Native American girl during the colonial frontier period. The volume includes numerous black and white line illustrations throughout, along with a full color frontispiece that survives in this copy.

Details

• Title: The Daughter of the Chieftain
• Subtitle: The Story of an Indian Girl
• Author: Edward S. Ellis
• Publisher: McLoughlin Brothers, New York
• Publication Date: Circa 1908 to 1910 based on binding and publisher style. Exact publication date not confirmed because of no copyright information.
• Format: Hardcover clothbound
• Pages: 120 pages
• Dimensions: Approximately 9 1/2 x 7 x 1/4 inches
• Language: English
• ISBN: None. Published before ISBNs existed.

Condition

Condition Grade: Fair

This is an antique reading and display copy showing significant age and handling wear while remaining complete and readable.

• Original illustrated cloth boards remain attached.
• Cover artwork is still attractive despite noticeable rubbing and wear.
• Binding remains firm according to seller inspection.
• No odor noted.
• Text remains fully legible.
• Numerous black and white illustrations throughout.
• Color frontispiece is present.
• Heavy staining and soiling on the title page.
• Additional stains and scattered marks throughout the text block.
• Front and back covers show surface staining, rubbing, scuffs, and edge wear.
• Corners and spine ends are bumped and worn.
• Page edges show age toning consistent with an antique children's book.
• No copyright or publication information page is present, so the exact printing cannot be confirmed.

Collector Notes

Edward S. Ellis was one of the most widely read American writers of juvenile adventure fiction during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. McLoughlin Brothers editions are collected for their colorful decorative bindings and illustrated interiors.

This copy is best suited for collectors of antique children's books, Edward S. Ellis titles, McLoughlin Brothers publications, or early illustrated Americana. It also makes an attractive display volume thanks to its striking original cover art.

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Care and Handling:
Handle with clean, dry hands. Store upright, out of direct sunlight, at about 68°F and 40 to 50% relative humidity. Avoid damp areas and extreme temperature swings.

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