How John Became a Man Isabel C. Byrum 1917 Hardcover

How John Became a Man: Life Story of a Motherless Boy by Isabel C. Byrum is an early Christian story for young readers, published by the Gospel Trumpet Company in 1917.

The book follows John from childhood into adulthood, with a strong Christian message about harmful habits, personal choices, faith, and character. The book includes black and white illustrations within the text.

Details

  • Title: How John Became a Man: Life Story of a Motherless Boy
  • Author: Isabel C. Byrum
  • Publisher: Gospel Trumpet Company, Anderson, Indiana
  • Copyright: 1917
  • Format: Hardcover
  • Pages: 96
  • Illustrations: Black and white illustrations
  • ISBN: No ISBN
  • Dimensions: Approximately 7 1/2 x 5 x 1/2 inches

Condition

This is a well worn copy that shows its age clearly on the outside, while the interior remains useful for reading.

  • Blue cloth covers have noticeable fading, discoloration, spotting, rubbing, and surface wear.
  • Corners and cover edges are worn and frayed.
  • The spine cloth has fading, rubbing, and wear at the ends.
  • Page edges are strongly toned with age.
  • Interior pages are age toned but remain clean, readable, and easy to handle.
  • Several black and white illustrations are present.
  • There is old pencil writing on the rear endpaper.
  • The endpapers show age discoloration and staining.
  • No dust jacket is present.

If you want a crisp display copy, the exterior wear will probably be more than you want. If you are looking for an original 1917 copy to read, research, or add to a collection of early Christian children's books, the interior has held up much better than the covers.

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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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