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Grundy, Virginia Rudder
A BOOK OF RIDDLE RIMES: Little Blue Book No. 347
Publisher: Haldeman-Julius Company Girard Kansas
Original blue wraps somewhat age-spotted, 32 pages, not dated.This volume is in good condition with somewhat age-spotted wraps, text pages aged as usual, spotting near gutter at centerfold, no other damage or marks. Rhyming riddles, some harder than others! Little Blue Books attempted to provide a "University in Print" for the working class. Original editions sold for five cents; later the price increased to 10 and 15 cents each. Many notable authors began their careers in the Haldeman-Julius stable. Many other noteworthy works by the more famous appeared in these booklets for the first time. The subjects covered everything from literature and fine art to basic language and math skills, home improvement, mental improvement, history, and social issues such as abortion, racial issues, religious issues, the KKK, evolution, etc. A truly significant peek at cultural standards in the first half of the 20th century. Paperbound Good 32mo - over 4" - 5" tall Little Blue Book
Item number: 1349
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Finger, Charles J.
A BOOK OF STRANGE MURDERS: Little Blue Book No. 819
Publisher: Haldeman-Julius Company Girard Kansas
Original blue wraps. 59 pages. This volume is in very good condition with bright blue covers, some wear at spine fold, pages barely toned. Covers a number of famous (or infamous) murder cases including the Overbury Case, the Case of Marie Schneider, the Case of John Williams, the Strange Case of Catherine Hayes and others. Little Blue Books attempted to provide a "University in Print" for the working class. Original editions sold for five cents; later the price increased to 10 and 15 cents each. Many notable authors began their careers in the Haldeman-Julius stable. Many other noteworthy works by the more famous appeared in these booklets for the first time. The subjects covered everything from literature and fine art to basic language and math skills, home improvement, mental improvement, history, and social issues such as abortion, racial issues, religious issues, the KKK, evolution, etc. A truly significant peek at cultural standards in the first half of the 20th century. Paperbound Very Good Condition 32mo - over 4" - 5" tall Little Blue Book
Item number: 2101
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Markun, Leo
A Dictionaery of Geographical Names: Little Blue Book No. 1259
Publisher: Haldeman-Julius Company Girard Kansas 1927
Blue paper wraps, faded. 64 pages. A little dictionary of place names from around the world, with definitions. Little Blue Books attempted to provide a "University in Print" for the working class. Original editions sold for five cents; later the price increased to 10 and 15 cents each. Many notable authors began their careers in the Haldeman-Julius stable. Many other noteworthy works by the more famous appeared in these booklets for the first time. The subjects covered everything from literature and fine art to basic language and math skills, home improvement, mental improvement, history, and social issues such as abortion, racial issues, religious issues, the KKK, evolution, etc. A truly significant peek at cultural standards in the first half of the 20th century. LBB4531 No Additional Printings Indicated Paperbound Very Good Condition 32mo - over 4" - 5" tall Little Blue Book
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Frederick, J. George
A HANDBOOK OF COMMERCIAL LAW: Little Blue Book No. 1074
Publisher: Haldeman-Julius Company Girard Kansas
Original bright red wraps, 64 pages. No copyright (c. 1920s). Haldeman-Julius portrait on rear cover. This volume is in good condition, covers have some edgewear and a bit mottled, small area of water stain, pages lightly toned, no other damage or marks. Little Blue Books attempted to provide a "University in Print" for the working class. Original editions sold for five cents; later the price increased to 10 and 15 cents each. Many notable authors began their careers in the Haldeman-Julius stable. Many other noteworthy works by the more famous appeared in these booklets for the first time. The subjects covered everything from literature and fine art to basic language and math skills, home improvement, mental improvement, history, and social issues such as abortion, racial issues, religious issues, the KKK, evolution, etc. A truly significant peek at cultural standards in the first half of the 20th century. LBB 2247 No Edition Stated Paperbound Good Condition 32mo - over 4" - 5" tall Little Blue Book
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Huxley, Thomas
A LIBERAL EDUCATION: Appeal Pocket Series [Little Blue Book] No. 7
Publisher: Haldeman-Julius Company Girard Kansas
Original blue wraps faded to gray, 50 + 4 [book list) +10 [blank] pages, not dated. This volume is in just-good condition with faded wraps, faint water stains on covers and a few pages, text pages lightly aged, book list pages lightly printed, a few pencil marks in margins. Little Blue Books attempted to provide a "University in Print" for the working class. Original editions sold for five cents; later the price increased to 10 and 15 cents each. Many notable authors began their careers in the Haldeman-Julius stable. Many other noteworthy works by the more famous appeared in these booklets for the first time. The subjects covered everything from literature and fine art to basic language and math skills, home improvement, mental improvement, history, and social issues such as abortion, racial issues, religious issues, the KKK, evolution, etc. A truly significant peek at cultural standards in the first half of the 20th century. Paperbound Good Minus 32mo - over 4" - 5" tall Little Blue Book
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Haldeman-Julius Editor
Amusing and Popular Riddles: LIttle Blue Book No. 1175
Publisher: Haldeman-Julius Publications Girard Kansas
Blue wraps, toned around edges. Rust on staples, faint water stain at spine foot on back cover, page edges lightly toned, once page creased vertically at margin, otherwise clean and unmarked. LBB 5236 Edition and Date Not Stated Paperbound Good Condition 5 x 3.5 Inches Little Blue Book
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Haldeman-Julius Editor
Amusing and Popular Riddles: LIttle Blue Book No. 1175
Publisher: Haldeman-Julius Publications Girard Kansas
Pale yellow wraps (apparently as issued), small spots on cover. Single staple. (Variation on this booklet which was also issued with blue wraps, two staples.) Some light creases and 1/4-inch closed tear on rear cover. Very little toning to pages. The paper appears to be of better quality than some other booklets in this series. LBB 5237 Edition and Date Not Stated Paperbound Good Condition 5 x 3.5 Inches Little Blue Book
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Haldeman-Julius Editor
Amusing and Popular Riddles: LIttle Blue Book No. 1175
Publisher: Haldeman-Julius Publications Girard Kansas
Blue wraps toned to a dull brown, single staple. One-inch closed tear at front top spine edge. Some diagonal creases in front cover. Internal pages toned, particularly at edges. LLB 5238 Edition and Date Not Stated Paperbound Good Condition 5 x 3.5 Inches Little Blue Book
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Hudgings, William F.
AN INTRODUCTION TO EINSTEIN'S THEORY OF RELATIVITY: Little Blue Book No. 408
Publisher: Haldeman-Julius Company Girard Kansas
Faded blue wraps. 64 pages. Not dated (1920s). This volume is in good condition, wraps faded at edges, faint sticker ghost (small square pale spot) on front cover. An early effort to offer a layman's explanation of Einstein's relativity theory, with several diagrams. Little Blue Books attempted to provide a "University in Print" for the working class. Original editions sold for five cents; later the price increased to 10 and 15 cents each. Many notable authors began their careers in the Haldeman-Julius stable. Many other noteworthy works by the more famous appeared in these booklets for the first time. The subjects covered everything from literature and fine art to basic language and math skills, home improvement, mental improvement, history, and social issues such as abortion, racial issues, religious issues, the KKK, evolution, etc. A truly significant peek at cultural standards in the first half of the 20th century. No Edition Stated Paperbound Good Condition 32mo - over 4" - 5" tall Little Blue Book
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Hudgings, William F.
AN INTRODUCTION TO EINSTEIN'S THEORY OF RELATIVITY: Little Blue Book No. 408
Publisher: Haldeman-Julius Company Girard Kansas
Fadedf wraps. 64 pages. Not dated (1920s). This volume is in good condition, wraps lightly age spotted, lower cover corner creased. An early effort to offer a layman's explanation of Einstein's relativity theory, with several diagrams. Little Blue Books attempted to provide a "University in Print" for the working class. Original editions sold for five cents; later the price increased to 10 and 15 cents each. Many notable authors began their careers in the Haldeman-Julius stable. Many other noteworthy works by the more famous appeared in these booklets for the first time. The subjects covered everything from literature and fine art to basic language and math skills, home improvement, mental improvement, history, and social issues such as abortion, racial issues, religious issues, the KKK, evolution, etc. A truly significant peek at cultural standards in the first half of the 20th century. No Edition Stated Paperbound Good Condition 32mo - over 4" - 5" tall Little Blue Book
Item number: 2123
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London, Jack
AN ODYSSEY OF THE NORTH: a Heroic Tale : Little Blue Book No. 1022
Publisher: Haldeman-Julius Company Girard Kansas 1920
Faded blue wraps, 64 pages. This volume is in good condition, cover color faded to gray, text pages lightly aged as usual, no other damage or marks. "The sleds were singing their eternal lament in the creaking of the harnesses and the tinkling bells of the leaders; but the men and dogs were tired and made no sound." Vintage London! Little Blue Books attempted to provide a "University in Print" for the working class. Original editions sold for five cents; later the price increased to 10 and 15 cents each. Many notable authors began their careers in the Haldeman-Julius stable. Many other noteworthy works by the more famous appeared in these booklets for the first time. The subjects covered everything from literature and fine art to basic language and math skills, home improvement, mental improvement, history, and social issues such as abortion, racial issues, religious issues, the KKK, evolution, etc. A truly significant peek at cultural standards in the first half of the 20th century. Reprinted from Congressional Record Paperbound Good 32mo - over 4" - 5" tall Little Blue Book
Item number: 2016
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Andersen, Hans Christian
ANDERSEN'S FAIRY TALES: Little Blue Book No. 156
Publisher: Haldeman-Julius Company Girard Kansas
Original tan wraps, slightly aged. 64 pages. Not dated, circa 1920s. Some Andersen favorites, including The Ugly Duckling, The Little Match-Seller, The Storks, many more. No damage or marks., pages aged as usual. Little Blue Books attempted to provide a "University in Print" for the working class. Original editions sold for five cents; later the price increased to 10 and 15 cents each. Many notable authors began their careers in the Haldeman-Julius stable. Many other noteworthy works by the more famous appeared in these booklets for the first time. The subjects covered everything from literature and fine art to basic language and math skills, home improvement, mental improvement, history, and social issues such as abortion, racial issues, religious issues, the KKK, evolution, etc. A truly significant peek at cultural standards in the first half of the 20th century. Paperbound Very Good 32mo - over 4" - 5" tall Little Blue Book
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Andersen, Hans Christian
ANDERSEN'S FAIRY TALES: Little Blue Book No. 156
Publisher: Haldeman-Julius Company Girard Kansas
Original tan wraps, slightly aged. 64 pages. Not dated, circa 1920s. Some Andersen favorites, including The Ugly Duckling, The Little Match-Seller, The Storks, many more. No damage or marks., pages aged as usual. Little Blue Books attempted to provide a "University in Print" for the working class. Original editions sold for five cents; later the price increased to 10 and 15 cents each. Many notable authors began their careers in the Haldeman-Julius stable. Many other noteworthy works by the more famous appeared in these booklets for the first time. The subjects covered everything from literature and fine art to basic language and math skills, home improvement, mental improvement, history, and social issues such as abortion, racial issues, religious issues, the KKK, evolution, etc. A truly significant peek at cultural standards in the first half of the 20th century. Paperbound Very Good 32mo - over 4" - 5" tall Little Blue Book
Item number: 1680
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Allen, James
AS A MAN THINKETH: Little Blue Book No. 593
Publisher: Haldeman-Julius Company Girard Kansas
Original buff wraps, unevenly darkened (with lighter spots on cover and inner wraps). 32 pages. Not dated, circa 1920s. An essay on ethics and values. No damage or marks aside from uneven ageing, pages aged as usual. Little Blue Books attempted to provide a "University in Print" for the working class. Original editions sold for five cents; later the price increased to 10 and 15 cents each. Many notable authors began their careers in the Haldeman-Julius stable. Many other noteworthy works by the more famous appeared in these booklets for the first time. The subjects covered everything from literature and fine art to basic language and math skills, home improvement, mental improvement, history, and social issues such as abortion, racial issues, religious issues, the KKK, evolution, etc. A truly significant peek at cultural standards in the first half of the 20th century. Paperbound Very Good 32mo - over 4" - 5" tall Little Blue Book
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Bonus, Daniel
ASSOCIATION TESTS USED IN PSYCHO-ANALYSIS: Little Blue Book No. 784
Publisher: Haldeman-Julius Company Girard Kansas
Original buff wraps, 64 pages. This volume is in good condition, cover color darkened at edges, text pages lightly aged as usual. Haldeman-Julius portrait on back. Includes psycho-analysis testing, child training, Jungian theory, etc. Little Blue Books attempted to provide a "University in Print" for the working class. Original editions sold for five cents; later the price increased to 10 and 15 cents each. Many notable authors began their careers in the Haldeman-Julius stable. Many other noteworthy works by the more famous appeared in these booklets for the first time. The subjects covered everything from literature and fine art to basic language and math skills, home improvement, mental improvement, history, and social issues such as abortion, racial issues, religious issues, the KKK, evolution, etc. A truly significant peek at cultural standards in the first half of the 20th century. Edition Not Stated Paperbound Good Condition 32mo - over 4" - 5" tall Little Blue Book
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Carrington, Hereward
ASTRONOMY FOR BEGINNERS: Little Blue Book No. 895
Publisher: Haldeman-Julius Company Girard Kansas
Original blue wraps, 60 pages, not dated. This volume is in good condition with lightly edge-faded wraps, text pages lightly aged, no other damage or marks. A nice little introduction to astronomy, tides, gravitation, atmosphere, calendars, etc. Little Blue Books attempted to provide a "University in Print" for the working class. Original editions sold for five cents; later the price increased to 10 and 15 cents each. Many notable authors began their careers in the Haldeman-Julius stable. Many other noteworthy works by the more famous appeared in these booklets for the first time. The subjects covered everything from literature and fine art to basic language and math skills, home improvement, mental improvement, history, and social issues such as abortion, racial issues, religious issues, the KKK, evolution, etc. A truly significant peek at cultural standards in the first half of the 20th century. Paperbound Very Good 32mo - over 4" - 5" tall Little Blue Book
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Gunn, John W.
Brann: Smasher of Shams: Little Blue Book No. 33
Publisher: Haldeman-Julius Company Girard Kansas
Original blue wraps, fading at extreme edges. 64 pages. Not dated (1920s). This volume is in very good condition with faint wear at spine. William Cowper Brann attacked just about any theory, behavior, or institution in his mission to expose frauds, fakes, and falsehoods. He 'delighted to do battle with hypocrites and humbugs who sought to decieve and betray the people.' In 1895 he established "The Iconoclast" in Waco, Texas. he carried on his criticism fearlessly until he died of a gunshot to the back in 1898. Little Blue Books attempted to provide a "University in Print" for the working class. Original editions sold for five cents; later the price increased to 10 and 15 cents each. Many notable authors began their careers in the Haldeman-Julius stable. Many other noteworthy works by the more famous appeared in these booklets for the first time. The subjects covered everything from literature and fine art to basic language and math skills, home improvement, mental improvement, history, and social issues such as abortion, racial issues, religious issues, the KKK, evolution, etc. A truly significant peek at cultural standards in the first half of the 20th century. LBB4528 No Additional Printings Indicated Paperbound Very Good Condition 32mo - over 4" - 5" tall Little Blue Book
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Benson, C.O.
CONSTIPATION AND ITS CORRECTION BY EXERCISE: Little Blue Book #1435
Publisher: Haldeman-Julius Company Girard Kansas
Original buff wraps, aged at edges. 30 pages, not dated, pages moderately aged. Benson was Instructor of Physical Education, Washington University, St. Louis, Missouri. "Rules" for proper diet and plenty of exercises described in these pages. Little Blue Books attempted to provide a "University in Print" for the working class. Original editions sold for five cents; later the price increased to 10 and 15 cents each. Many notable authors began their careers in the Haldeman-Julius stable. Many other noteworthy works by the more famous appeared in these booklets for the first time. The subjects covered everything from literature and fine art to basic language and math skills, home improvement, mental improvement, history, and social issues such as abortion, racial issues, religious issues, the KKK, evolution, etc. A truly significant peek at cultural standards in the first half of the 20th century. Paperbound Good 32mo - over 4" - 5" tall Little Blue Book
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Benson, C.O.
CORRECTION OF UNDERWEIGHT AND OVERWEIGHT BY EXERCISE: Little Blue Book #1479
Publisher: Haldeman-Julius Company Girard Kansas
Original brown wraps, not dated. 32 pages, pages very lightly toned at edges, hint of rust at staple. Advice on reducing "sanely, " correction of malnutrition, diet and exercise. An exceptionally clean copy. Little Blue Books attempted to provide a "University in Print" for the working class. Original editions sold for five cents; later the price increased to 10 and 15 cents each. Many notable authors began their careers in the Haldeman-Julius stable. Many other noteworthy works by the more famous appeared in these booklets for the first time. The subjects covered everything from literature and fine art to basic language and math skills, home improvement, mental improvement, history, and social issues such as abortion, racial issues, religious issues, the KKK, evolution, etc. A truly significant peek at cultural standards in the first half of the 20th century. Paperbound Very Good 32mo - over 4" - 5" tall Little Blue Book
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Condon, Edward
CURIOSITIES OF MATHEMATICS: Little Blue Book No. 876
Publisher: Haldeman-Julius Company Girard Kansas
Original buff wraps, 64 pages, not dated. This volume is in good condition with very lightly toned wraps, slight wear at spine, no other damage or marks. Explores various quirks of mathematics, including attempts to square the circle, trisect an angle, the number nine, prime and perfect numbers, the laws of chance. An early publication by the Princeton scientist and researcher who did early theoretical work on quantum theory and who was harrassed by the House on UnAmerican Activities Committee. He was elected president of the American Association for the Advancement of Science during the height of his troubles with HUAC. He conducted research for Corning and Bell Labs, was president of the society for Social Responsibility in Science (1968-69) and was co-chairman of the National Committee for a Sane Nuclear Policy (1970). Little Blue Books attempted to provide a "University in Print" for the working class. Original editions sold for five cents; later the price increased to 10 and 15 cents each. Many notable authors began their careers in the Haldeman-Julius stable. Many other noteworthy works by the more famous appeared in these booklets for the first time. The subjects covered everything from literature and fine art to basic language and math skills, home improvement, mental improvement, history, and social issues such as abortion, racial issues, religious issues, the KKK, evolution, etc. A truly significant peek at cultural standards in the first half of the 20th century. No Edition Stated Paperbound Very Good 32mo - over 4" - 5" tall Little Blue Book
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Harris, Frank
DAUGHTER OF EVE, A: Little Blue Book No. 746
Publisher: Haldeman-Julius Company Girard Kansas
Original buff wraps, 64 pages. This volume is in good condition with less than usual toning. The Haldeman-Julius version is considered to be the first separate printing of this story, although there is no indication of edition or date on this copy. Little Blue Books attempted to provide a "University in Print" for the working class. Original editions sold for five cents; later the price increased to 10 and 15 cents each. Many notable authors began their careers in the Haldeman-Julius stable. Many other noteworthy works by the more famous appeared in these booklets for the first time. The subjects covered everything from literature and fine art to basic language and math skills, home improvement, mental improvement, history, and social issues such as abortion, racial issues, religious issues, the KKK, evolution, etc. A truly significant peek at cultural standards in the first half of the 20th century. Edition Not Stated Paperbound Good Condition 32mo - over 4" - 5" tall Little Blue Book
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Harding, T. Swann
Do You Know How Ignorant You are?: Little Blue Book No. 1441
Publisher: Haldeman-Julius Company Girard Kansas
Original yellow paper wraps, lower corner creased, not faded. Light wear to spine. 32 pages. If Harding doesn't make you feel stupid or intimidated, he'll at least leave you feeling less cocky than you were before. He takes a jab at pseudo-science and guillbility, and examines some patronizing attitudes toward other cultures. Little Blue Books attempted to provide a "University in Print" for the working class. Original editions sold for five cents; later the price increased to 10 and 15 cents each. Many notable authors began their careers in the Haldeman-Julius stable. Many other noteworthy works by the more famous appeared in these booklets for the first time. The subjects covered everything from literature and fine art to basic language and math skills, home improvement, mental improvement, history, and social issues such as abortion, racial issues, religious issues, the KKK, evolution, etc. A truly significant peek at cultural standards in the first half of the 20th century. LBB 4533 No Additional Printings Indicated Paperbound Very Good Condition 32mo - over 4" - 5" tall Little Blue Book
Item number: 4533
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Barrett, Lawrence A.
EATING FOR HEALTH: Facts About Vitamins and Calories - Little Blue Book No. 1126
Publisher: Haldeman-Julius Company Girard Kansas
Original blue wraps, 64 pages, not dated. This volume is in good condition with aged wraps and toned pages, upper corner crease on front wrap and smal blob of something (glue? petrified honey?) on the cover fore-edge. All about vitamins and calories. Little Blue Books attempted to provide a "University in Print" for the working class. Original editions sold for five cents; later the price increased to 10 and 15 cents each. Many notable authors began their careers in the Haldeman-Julius stable. Many other noteworthy works by the more famous appeared in these booklets for the first time. The subjects covered everything from literature and fine art to basic language and math skills, home improvement, mental improvement, history, and social issues such as abortion, racial issues, religious issues, the KKK, evolution, etc. A truly significant peek at cultural standards in the first half of the 20th century. Paperbound Good 32mo - over 4" - 5" tall Little Blue Book
Item number: 1359
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Harding, T.Swann
FACTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT DIGESTION, A Trip Through the Alimentary Canal and What Happened There: Little Blue Book #1330
Publisher: Haldeman-Julius Company Girard Kansas
Original orange wraps, somewhat faded and aged at edges, not dated. 61 pages, pages moderately aged. Little Blue Books attempted to provide a "University in Print" for the working class. Original editions sold for five cents; later the price increased to 10 and 15 cents each. Many notable authors began their careers in the Haldeman-Julius stable. Many other noteworthy works by the more famous appeared in these booklets for the first time. The subjects covered everything from literature and fine art to basic language and math skills, home improvement, mental improvement, history, and social issues such as abortion, racial issues, religious issues, the KKK, evolution, etc. A truly significant peek at cultural standards in the first half of the 20th century. Paperbound Good Plus 32mo - over 4" - 5" tall Little Blue Book
Item number: 1362
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McCabe, Joseph
FACTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT THE CLASSICS: Little Blue Book No. 109
Publisher: Haldeman-Julius Company Girard Kansas
Heavy blue-green wraps, slightly aged. 64 pages. Not dated, circa 1930. Text pages very lightly aged, no other damage or marks. Covers Greek, Roman, and early Christian classics, Calssics of the Middle Ages (including Arab and Persian writers), modern classics including European, English, and American. Little Blue Books attempted to provide a "University in Print" for the working class. Original editions sold for five cents; later the price increased to 10 and 15 cents each. Many notable authors began their careers in the Haldeman-Julius stable. Many other noteworthy works by the more famous appeared in these booklets for the first time. The subjects covered everything from literature and fine art to basic language and math skills, home improvement, mental improvement, history, and social issues such as abortion, racial issues, religious issues, the KKK, evolution, etc. A truly significant peek at cultural standards in the first half of the 20th century. Edition Not Stated Paperbound Very Good 32mo - over 4" - 5" tall Little Blue Book
Item number: 1522
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