Description
A scarce and evocative 1914 edition of The Children’s Friend Annual, featuring the classic early‑20th‑century illustrated cover with its winter scene and period charm. Over a century old, this copy carries the marks of a long life and remains a fascinating survivor from the eve of the First World War.
Condition:
A poor‑shape, heavily handled example that has clearly been through the wars. The main book block is detached from the cover. There is a Christmas gift inscription, adding a touch of period provenance. Some content is affected, with music pages 17, 18 and 19 missing. Boards show wear, rubbing and age‑related handling consistent with a well‑loved Edwardian children’s annual.
A fragile but atmospheric piece — ideal for collectors who appreciate early annuals with genuine historical character.
History of The Children’s Friend Annuals
The Children’s Friend was one of the long‑running British children’s publications of the late Victorian and Edwardian eras, offering a mix of stories, moral tales, poems, illustrations, seasonal pieces and occasional educational features. Annuals from this period were often gifted at Christmas and treasured throughout the year, making surviving copies — especially pre‑WWI editions — increasingly scarce.
The 1914 annual sits at a poignant moment in history, published just as Britain entered the First World War, giving it added interest for collectors of early 20th‑century children’s literature.
The Children’s Friend Annual 1914 – Early 20th‑Century Children’s Annual
£12.00
Description
A scarce and evocative 1914 edition of The Children’s Friend Annual, featuring the classic early‑20th‑century illustrated cover with its winter scene and period charm. Over a century old, this copy carries the marks of a long life and remains a fascinating survivor from the eve of the First World War.
Condition:
A poor‑shape, heavily handled example that has clearly been through the wars. The main book block is detached from the cover. There is a Christmas gift inscription, adding a touch of period provenance. Some content is affected, with music pages 17, 18 and 19 missing. Boards show wear, rubbing and age‑related handling consistent with a well‑loved Edwardian children’s annual.
A fragile but atmospheric piece — ideal for collectors who appreciate early annuals with genuine historical character.
History of The Children’s Friend Annuals
The Children’s Friend was one of the long‑running British children’s publications of the late Victorian and Edwardian eras, offering a mix of stories, moral tales, poems, illustrations, seasonal pieces and occasional educational features. Annuals from this period were often gifted at Christmas and treasured throughout the year, making surviving copies — especially pre‑WWI editions — increasingly scarce.
The 1914 annual sits at a poignant moment in history, published just as Britain entered the First World War, giving it added interest for collectors of early 20th‑century children’s literature.