Greyfriars Bobby Book | 1913 Children's Novel | Cloth Bound Gilt Edition by Atkinson | Classic Dog Story

Discover the touching tale of loyalty in the 1913 printing of "Greyfriars Bobby," a beloved children's novel by Eleanor Stackhouse Atkinson. Based on the true story of a devoted Skye Terrier from 19th-century Edinburgh, this illustrated blue cloth bound edition features gilt boards that add to its charm. With the copyright date marked as November 1913, it stands as a classic piece of literature, capturing the heartfelt bond between Bobby and his master John Gray, whose grave he vigilantly guarded for 14 years.

In good used condition for its age, this copy shows some exposed webbing at the spine which can be repaired, yet its binding remains fully intact. Embrace the nostalgia and significance of this historical story, cherished by locals as a symbol of love and community compassion. Perfect for collectors of classic literature or anyone enamored with tales of loyalty, this edition offers a glimpse into the past and continues to warm hearts today.

Fully Detailed Description:
Greyfriars Bobby is a 1912 children's novel by Eleanor Stackhouse Atkinson based on the true story of a loyal Skye Terrier in 19th-century Edinburgh. The book tells the story of Bobby, who guards his master John Gray's grave for 14 years after Gray's death, becoming a beloved local legend. The novel is a heartwarming tale of loyalty and the compassion shown to the dog by the community. This copy is a 1913 printing of the 1912 First Edition, indicated by the letters L-N below the copyright date, November 1913, published by Harper & Brothers Publishing. The book is in good used condition for its age, having some exposed webbing at the spine which can be repaired, so the binding is loose but fully intact. Blue cloth illustrated gilt boards.

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