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1976 · réf. 999N15 — Richmond Yorkshire; Cambridge: Five Owls Press 1976-1983. Paperback. Very Good Indeed. 9.5" by 7.5". Various. A scarce and illustrated bibliography of the children's publisher John Harris whose books are known for their bright woodcuts and emphasis of comedy. The scarce John Harris's Books For Youth a bibliography of books published between 1801-1843 by the well-known children's publisher compiled by Marjorie Moon. Published by Fine Owls Press in 1976.A supplement containing new titles and additions to existing entries is included 1983.In the publisher's original pink paper wraps. The Check-List contains sixteen plates with numerous illustrations while the Supplement contains a frontispiece. Collated complete.The successor to Elizabeth Newberry Harris's books were known for their bright hand-coloured woodcuts that brought an engaged and popular audience. Harris was also important for bringing a number of German and French fairy-tales into Britain and for emphasising comedy over purely moral lessons. This check-list provides a catalogue of their work for any avid collector. In the publisher's original pink paper wraps. Externally very smart with minimal marks to wraps. Fading to the spines and slight edgewear to Check-List with a couple of smudges to rear wrapper. End papers are bright and clean. Internally firmly bound. Pages are bright and clean. Very Good Indeed Five Owls Press paperback