Pearl Series for Girls
by Madeline Leslie (Harriette Newell Woods Baker)

Published by Andrew F. Graves/ Graves & Ellis
1. Pearl of Faith: or, The Little Housekeeper
2. Pearl of Forgiveness: or, Ruth Stanley
3. Pearl of Contentment: or, Flory and Her Nurse
4. Pearl of Meekness: or, Our Little Belle
5. Pearl of Diligence: or, The Basket-makers
6. Pearl of Peace: or, The Little Peacemaker

The first editions of these titles were published and copyrighted by Andrew F. Graves in 1868. Subsequently the volumes were published by Graves & Ellis in 1871-1872 and after that by Andrew F. Graves until the mid-late 1870's.

This series was combined with the "Pearl Series for Boys" to make up a twelve volume series -"Pearl Series" which was sold as a boxed set. Also called in 1868 Mrs. Leslies Bible Pearls in 1868 (for Boys/ Girls).

Format 1. (Early Andrew F. Graves/ Graves & Ellis)
Cloth. Various colors. Blindstamped. Spine has gilt lettering and decorative pattern. 18 mo.


Format 2. (Later Andrew F. Graves editions)
Cloth. Various colors. Cover with non-book specific appliqué surrounded by a black line drawn decorative pattern. Spine has a gilt letter box and black decorative design. 18 mo.