One Syllable Series
Published by Hurst & Co.
1. Aesop's Fables | by Mary Godolphin (Lucy Aikin) |
2. Evenings at Home | by Mary Godolphin (Lucy Aikin) |
3. Grimm's Fairy Tales | by Aunt Virginia |
4. Pilgrim's Progress | by Mary Godolphin (Lucy Aikin) |
5. Robinson Crusoe | by Mary Godolphin (Lucy Aikin) |
6. Sandford and Merton | by Mary Godolphin (Lucy Aikin) |
This series was first published by Hurst & Co. in 1895.
In 1897 book #3 was added to the series. The set was continually
published until 1911.
Different illustrated covers for individual titles have been noted
throughout the series' life.
These editions are all reprints.
Format 1: Volumes 1,2 4, 5, 6 (1895-1896)
Lithographed board covers. Each book has a unique cover illustration.
"One Syllable Series 5 kinds" is noted on the cover.
Format 2: (Volumes #1-6) 1897-1898
Lithographed board covers. Each book has a unique cover illustration.
Format 3: (Volumes #1-6) 1899-1911
Cloth back. Unique illustrated board covers for each book. 8.25” x 7”.