Condition: Good
Condition Notes: Used, acceptable vintage condition – worn.The book shows signs of heavy use consistent with school readership. The front cover has visible marks, edge wear, and some corner bumping. The spine is intact, and all pages are present and legible. There is a school library stamp inside and age-related toning. Despite the wear, it remains a complete and readable piece of mid-century educational history.
Language: English
Era: 1940s
Book Title: Reading and Thinking – Book V
Author: Richard Wilson, B.A., D.Litt.
Publisher: Wilson
Topic: School
Vintage: Yes
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
This item is a vintage educational reader titled Reading and Thinking – Book V, edited by Richard Wilson, B.A., D.Litt., and published by Thomas Nelson and Sons Ltd., with offices in London, Edinburgh, New York, Toronto, and Paris.
This mid20th century schoolbook features a curated collection of prose and poetry selections designed to stimulate thoughtful analysis and discussion. Included are classic works from authors such as Shakespeare, Wordsworth, Lord Tennyson, and others, with notes and reading suggestions. The inside cover features decorative endpapers with a quote from W. Wordsworth, and there’s a beautifully printed color frontispiece portrait of Erasmus by Hans Holbein.
Product Details:
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Title: Reading and Thinking – Book V
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Editor: Richard Wilson, B.A., D.Litt.
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Publisher: Thomas Nelson and Sons Ltd.
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Format: Hardcover
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Language: English
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Printed in: Great Britain
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Illustrations: Includes a color frontispiece of Erasmus
Contents Highlights:
Includes a wide range of authors and works such as:
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The Lady of Shalott – Lord Tennyson
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The Death of Arthur – Tennyson
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To Autumn – John Keats
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The Return of the Native – Thomas Hardy
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Stumblebum – Henry Williams
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And many more, both in prose and verse
Design Features:
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Hardcover bound in faded bluegrey cloth with gold gilt title and publisher’s emblem
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Wordsworth decorative endpapers with the year 1708 printed in pattern
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School stamp on one interior page from the Coxhoe Council School, County Durham, adding historic provenance
Condition:
Used, acceptable vintage condition – worn.
The book shows signs of heavy use consistent with school readership. The front cover has visible marks, edge wear, and some corner bumping. The spine is intact, and all pages are present and legible. There is a school library stamp inside and agerelated toning. Despite the wear, it remains a complete and readable piece of midcentury educational history.
About This Edition:
This anthologystyle textbook was part of an educational series used widely in British schools to encourage deeper engagement with literary texts. Its selections reflect classical British education ideals, making this a compelling collectible for lovers of historic pedagogy or fans of vintage educational materials.
Why Choose This Copy?
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Collectible Vintage Education Book: Reflects mid20th century curriculum
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Classic Literature: Selections from literary icons like Tennyson, Keats, and Wordsworth
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Authentic School Use: Original markings and stamp show realworld academic use
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Ideal for Collectors or Display: A nostalgic item that evokes traditional British schooling
