Description: This antique book titled "The Mite" is a rare and unique find. Printed in 1891 by E.A. Robinson, this miniature hardcover book features the English language and special attributes that make it a valuable collectors item. The publisher and place of publication is Grimsby, England, adding to its historical significance. Whether you are a collector or simply love rare books, this antique miniature book is a must-have addition to any collection. The front cover of this Antique Miniature Book Titled: The Mite background board cover is red with gilt like gold lettering and design. The spine and back board cover are also red. The board cover feels soft but kinda hard. The front board cover has some damage (see pics). Open book cover you come to one end paper sheet glued down to front cover. Has pencil writing on it. The next page says this Mite - Grimsby - E. A. Robinson - 1891. On the back of this page says printed, bound, and published by E. A. Robinson - Grimsby - England. The next page is not numbered the preface information begins and it says - This book issued as a curiosity and is the smallest ever printed from type in the world. The type used is Brilliant, 20 lines to the in, smallest produced in this county. The next page is not numbered and it says - contents general 11 events 19 wise 27. On the back of this page is an illustration. The next page is numbered page 10 and the story continues on the back of this page and also ends. The next page is numbered page 11 the general story begins continues on numbered pages 12, 13, 14, 15, on the back of this page is an illustration. The next page is not numbered which has an illustration and on the back of this page another illustration. The next page numbered page 19 event story begins continues on numbered pages 20, 21, 22 illustration, 23 story, 24, 25 story and 26 illustration. The next page numbered page 27 wise story begins continues on the back of this page 28. The next page not numbered has an illustration on this page and on the back another illustration. The last page is the end paper sheets which is glued down to the back board cover. This book is very small. As old as this book is. My opinion of this book is excellent even though it has some damage. Whomever buys this book is getting an awesome buy. On other websites this book is selling for $600.00 and other amounts. To all who read my listings. I want to thank you. I know we all have busy life's to live. So thank you for taking a short time out of your busy days to look at my listings. This miniature book will be shipped in a padded envelope to it's new location. This book should be in a place for people to look at, or maybe read. This people shouldn't be put on a shelve just to be forgot about.
Price: 330 USD
Location: Granite Falls, Washington
End Time: 2024-07-26T19:28:46.000Z
Shipping Cost: 4.63 USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Binding: Hardcover
Place of Publication: Grimsby, England
Language: English
Special Attributes: Miniature
Publisher: E. A. Robinson
Unit Quantity: 1
Year Printed: 1891