Bob Son of Battle

This 1940 Pocket Book Edition of "Bob Son of Battle" is in good condition for its age. The cover shows some wear, particularly along the edges and spine, but the binding remains tight. There is no dust jacket, as is typical for paperbacks. The pages are slightly yellowed, consistent with the book's vintage status, but they are free from inscriptions or library markings.

"Bob Son of Battle" by Alfred Ollivant, published by Pocket Books in June 1940, is a notable edition in the history of this classic tale. Originally published in 1898 by Doubleday, Page & Company, this Pocket Book Edition represents the first printing of the novel in a mass-market paperback format. Alfred Ollivant's work is celebrated for its vivid portrayal of rural life and the bond between humans and animals, particularly focusing on the life of a sheepdog named Bob. This edition is part of the early Pocket Books series, making it a unique collectible for fans of vintage paperbacks. The book is complete and unabridged, preserving the integrity of Ollivant's original narrative. Condition-wise, the book is well-preserved for its age, with some expected wear on the cover and spine, but the pages remain intact and legible.