M. Doolady, New York

Michal Doolady's (1810-1892) namesake publishing house was established in 1858. Beginning in 1861 J. Bradburn noted on its imprint "successor to M. Doolady". At that same time Doolady ads stated agent / publisher. M. Doolady began publishing books once again in 1866 but also continued as a book agent. Both firms shared the same office space. They also collaborated on several works although no joint imprint has ever been appreciated. J. Bradburn left the publishing business in 1867. No books published by Doolady have been noted after 1873.

Doolady published two series for juveniles.

Magic Wheel Series

First published by M. Doolady in about 1863. Editions of these books were printed by Doolady as late as 1867. J. Bradburn also published these volumes in the mid 1860's.

You can look upon a mirror through the magic wheel while it is spinning and the figures seen perform tricks. The wheels are 7" in diameter. This is called a phenakistiscope.

The item below was published by J. Bradburn. It is presumed to be the same as the earlier Doolady copy.
The box pictures a mother and child looking at the wheel. The box is 9.5" x 9.5".

College Library by Dean Frederic W. Farrar

Published by M. Doolady in 1866. This edition is a reprint. Doolady reprinted the series in 1871.

Cloth. Brown seen. Gilt spine lettering. 5" x 7.5".
These books are reprints.