Release date is 2015-09-09

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"Catalogue of S. W. Partridge & Co.'s Popular Illustrated Books" is a promotional publication produced by S. W. Partridge & Co. during the late 19th century. This catalogue primarily serves as a collection listing various illustrated books for children and young adults, classified by price. It showcases a range of genres including adventure stories, historical fiction, and moral tales, reflecting the interests of readers during that period. The content of the catalogue is organized by price brackets, detailing numerous titles, their authors, illustrations, and publication formats. Notable entries include works by Eliza F. Pollard, G. Manville Fenn, and G. A. Henty, among others. The catalogue highlights stories set in different historical contexts, emphasizing themes of adventure, bravery, and morality, aimed especially at a younger audience. It also includes special series such as the "Romance of Colonization" and the "World's Wonders Series," indicating the publisher's focus on educational as well as entertaining literature. Overall, this catalogue provides a window into the literary landscape of the time, emphasizing the popularity of illustrated narratives for youth. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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