THE FAULTLESS STARCH LIBRARY Facsimile / 1989

Description: Educational Advertising In Gilded Age AmericaTHE FAULTLESS STARCH LIBRARY [Facsimile](1989)Modern facsimile edition of this collection of the 36 little promotional titles published by the Kansas City-based Faultless Starch Company, first published in 1889, an example of popular literacy tools in early Oklahoma and Texas.Fine in near fine box. From classics such as "The Owl and the Pussycat" to original titles like "The Starch Ghosts," the 36-volume FAULTLESS STARCH LIBRARY had something for every young reader. In under-served regions like rural Texas and Oklahoma, these little books - which often incorporated plot points about the importance of using Faultless Starch - were not just delightful freebies for the young, but important literacy tools: "People have written us over the years saying they learned to read" with these books, notes Faultless on their order form for this facsimile edition. This collection was published to commemorate the 1989 Year of the Young Reader and the Oklahoma Land Run Centennial. A delightful recreation of the books that were so important to so many American children. Kansas City, MO: The Faultless Starch Co, (1989). 36 volumes. 5'' x 3''. Original pictorial wrappers, saddle-stapled. Illustrated and printed in single colors: brown, red, orange, blue, green, and pink. Each with 16 pages. With original order form for the facsimiles laid in. In original blue and red cardboard box, in the style of a Faultless Starch box. Box with a bit of bumping to corners. Booklets tight and clean. Type Punch Matrix Type Punch Matrix is a rare book firm founded by Rebecca Romney and Brian Cassidy. Between them, they bring over 30 years of experience in the antiquarian book trade. TPM sells a mixture of beloved classics and innovative texts from throughout print history, for collectors and institutions alike. Handpress and modern books, archives and manuscripts, letterpress and ephemera: TPM aims to make collecting both more accessible and more diverse, and believes in the mindful acquisition, preservation, and celebration of the materials of our literary cultures. Proud member of the Antiquarian Booksellers Association of American (ABAA), the International League of Antiquarian Booksellers (ILAB), and the International Online Booksellers Association (IOBA). Guarantee We guarantee the accuracy and authenticity of all our listings. "First edition" always means first printing unless otherwise indicated. Items may be returned for any reason within 30 days, through prior arrangement, and in original condition. Maryland residents must add 6% sales tax. Shipping We pride ourselves on our packaging. All books are carefully packed to help ensure safe arrival in condition sent. We use new boxes, with not a single bubble envelope to be found in our shipping room. We ship most packages via USPS media mail and include delivery confirmation at no additional charge. Delivery typically takes 5-10 days, but may be longer, especially during the holidays. Orders are shipped within two business days. Priority USPS, UPS, and Fed-Ex services are available on request; please inquire for a specific quote. We combine shipping on items purchased at the same time. If you check out immediately and are overcharged for shipping during checkout, we will issue you a prompt refund, once actual shipping costs are known. International shipping is available, and we are happy to ship to our international customers. Please contact is BEFORE PURCHASING for an exact quote.This listing was created by Bibliopolis.

Price: 220 USD

Location: Silver Spring, Maryland

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