Product Details

Vintage 1939 hardcover copy of A Picture Dictionary for Children by Garnette Watters and S. A. Courtis, published by Grosset & Dunlap. This early children's reference book contains approximately 480 pages of vocabulary words, definitions, spelling guidance, handwriting examples, sentences, and black-and-white illustrations. The copyright page shows 1939, and the introductory material identifies this as the second edition. The front endpaper contains a handwritten birthday inscription dated 1943, adding personal history and ephemera appeal. Suitable for collectors of vintage children's books, educational materials, dictionaries, typography, handwriting instruction, or 1930s–1940s school references. Condition Acceptable vintage condition. Condition details visible in the photographs: Heavy rubbing, scuffing and surface wear to the covers Significant edge and corner wear with exposed board Fraying and wear along the spine and cover edges Lower corners are bumped and worn Pages are yellowed and toned from age Handwritten 1943 gift inscription inside the front cover Additional pencil writing and scribbling present on some pages Some separation and weakness may be present near the hinges No dust jacket Other age-related wear, marks or small flaws may be present The book remains readable and displays well as an authentic vintage educational piece. Please review all photographs carefully for the exact condition. Page completeness has not been individually verified.