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Vintage 1964 Wee Folk Elves Nova Scotia Mary Alma Dillman Hardcover Canadian

by Scotia Mary Alma Dillman

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Experience a piece of Maritime literary history with this vintage copy of "The Wee Folk: About the Elves in Nova Scotia" by Mary Alma Dillman. This delightful book explores the folklore of elves living within the beautiful landscapes of Nova Scotia, brought to life by the distinct mid-century illustrations of Gordon MacLelland and Karl Cameron. This is the Sixth Edition, published in 1964 (original copyright 1953). It features a sturdy green cloth hardcover with vibrant gold-stamped lettering and a whimsical elf-on-a-mushroom illustration on the front cover. Condition Notes Cover: Good vintage condition. The green cloth remains vibrant. There is some light shelf wear and minor spotting/foxing on the back cover (as seen in photos). Binding: Solid and intact. The spine is tight. Pages: The interior pages are clean and free of writing or major tears. There is natural age-toning (yellowing) consistent with a book from 1964. Provenance: Printed and bound in Canada (Halifax, N.S.). Key Features for Collectors Regional Interest: A must-have for collectors of Nova Scotiana or Canadian folklore. Illustrations: Full-page and inset illustrations that capture the 1950s/60s fantasy aesthetic. Scarce Copy: Hardcover editions of this specific regional title are increasingly difficult to find in good condition. Nova Scotia Folklore, Canadian Children's Books, Vintage Elves Book, Mary Alma Dillman, Maritime History, Halifax Publishing, Rare Canadiana, Mid-Century Illustrations.

  • Publisher: Rolph-Clark-Stone, Maritimes, Limited
  • Year: 1964
  • Binding: Hardcover
  • Condition: Very Good

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