The Golden Staircase: Poems and Verses for Children, 1907

A complete, 361-page classic anthology from 1907 designed to guide young readers up a "golden staircase" of historical literature and poetry (and also just looks real pretty on that nursery bookshelf). Includes 200 poems and verses, 40 carols and hymns, and 20 cradle songs - all chosen by Louey Chisholm, with cover and interior illustrations by artist Minnie Dibdin Spooner. Published in 1907 by G.P. Putnam's Sons. Printed by The Knickerbocker Press, New York. Scarce American single-plate variant. Thick, octavo (8vo) hardcover bound in original olive-gold cloth. Complete text at 361 pages. 1 full-color art plate image with tissue guard. Condition: Shelf wear and softening to spine ends consistent with antique age; Imprint of erased pencil signature and drawing on inside cover; Pages all in great condition. Please see pictures for reference.