A vintage 1962 Weekly Reader Children’s Book Club edition of Five O’Clock Charlie by Marguerite Henry, illustrated by Wesley Dennis and published by Rand McNally.
This gentle horse story follows Charlie, an old workhorse who still wants purpose after retirement.
With full-color illustrations, farm scenes, and that classic Marguerite Henry horse-book charm, this is a sweet pick for horse-loving kids, vintage children’s book collectors, and readers who remember the Weekly Reader days.
Quick Specs
∙ Title: Five O’Clock Charlie
∙ Author: Marguerite Henry
∙ Illustrator: Wesley Dennis
∙ Publisher: Rand McNally & Company
∙ Edition: Weekly Reader Children’s Book Club Edition
∙ Copyright: 1962
∙ Format: Hardcover picture book
∙ Language: English
∙ Genre: Vintage Children’s Book, Horse Story, Animal Fiction
∙ Page Count: Unnumbered
∙ Measurements: 9 x 8 x 0.5 in
∙ ISBN: None
∙ Material: Illustrated paper-covered boards, paper pages
Condition Grade: Good
Notes: Bright illustrated cover and colorful interior artwork. Cover shows edge wear, corner bumps, rubbing, scuffing, and general vintage handling wear. Name written lightly on illustrated front endpaper. Interior pages show age toning and light handling wear but remain readable and display well.
- See all photos for detail—sold as pictured.
Condition Grade Key:
∙ Near Fine: Minimal wear; clean and well preserved.
∙ Very Good: Light vintage wear; attractive and collectible.
∙ Good: Noticeable wear from age/use but complete and readable.
∙ Fair: Heavy wear, flaws, or fragility; best for display, reference, or restoration.
Collector’s Note
Marguerite Henry is best known for beloved horse stories such as Misty of Chincoteague, and Wesley Dennis’s horse illustrations give this book strong collector appeal.
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All items are vintage and may show signs of age, wear, or use consistent with their history. Photos show the exact condition of each piece—please review them carefully, as they are part of the description.
Care and Handling:
Handle with clean, dry hands. Store upright, out of direct sunlight, at about 68°F and 40–50% relative humidity. Avoid damp areas and extreme temperature swings.
