Lot 30

1889 Hector the Dog Snowflake Series McLoughlin Bros. Children's Book Illustrated FIRST EDITION

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1889 Hector the Dog Snowflake Series McLoughlin Bros. Children's Book Illustrated FIRST EDITION

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August 3, 2026 5:00 PM EDT
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Canandaigua, NY, US

Description:

McLoughlin Bros. was a pioneer in children's book publishing, famous for advancing chromolithography (vibrant color printing) in the United States. A poignant, classic Victorian narrative following Hector, a heroic St. Bernard, who braves a severe Alpine blizzard to save an inexperienced traveler, ultimately sacrificing his own life in the storm. Part of the Snowflake Series (often bundled or cross-cataloged with the Christmas Eve Series), which also featured sibling titles like Frisky the Squirrel and The Robin's Christmas Eve. Please ask specific questions on details, condition, and shipping prior to bidding, ALL ITEMS ARE SOLD AS IS, and the bidder will be responsible for payment. We box and ship what we can to keep costs low, and use USPS and UPS. Large items, extremely fragile, and high value items will be packed by UPS. Quotes available on request

  • Dimensions: 6.25" x 8.25"
  • Condition: Good Condition with no missing pages. There is tape on the binding

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