Joey and Co. in Tirol, Elinor M. Brent-Dyer — 1st Edition

£75.00

Joey and Co. in Tirol, Elinor M. Brent-Dyer — 1st Edition

Name: Joey and Co. in Tirol, Elinor M. Brent-Dyer — 1st Edition
Brand: Broadhursts Books
SKU: 6367
Price: 75.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Write Review

In stock

£75.00

Shipping is calculated at checkout.

Publication: Edinburgh and London, W. & R. Chambers, Ltd., 1960

Formatting: 8vo, pp. 223.

Condition Report: Very Good. The volume is bound in its original blue cloth, which remains notably clean with a tight, square binding and shows only negligible shelf-wear to the extremities. The gilt lettering to the spine remains bright and legible, devoid of significant tooling oxidation. Internally, the pages are crisp and clean, demonstrating only the mild, uniform age-toning to the text block edges that is standard for mid-century paper stock, with no invasive foxing or unexpected blemishes. The original pictorial dust jacket retains its vibrant colours and has not been price-clipped, proudly displaying the original '7s. 6d net' price on the front flap. While there is some minor creasing and a few small closed tears along the jacket's top and bottom edges, it remains largely intact and presentable, now safely housed in a removable, clear archival sleeve to prevent further wear.

Catalogue Note: This is a true first edition of the forty-third title in Elinor M. Brent-Dyer's enduringly popular Chalet School series. The volume is complete with a striking blue monochrome frontispiece illustration that captures the spirit of the narrative.

The preliminary leaves feature a printed dedication from the author reading, "For Margot Rosser with best love from Elinor M. Brent-Dyer." This is a standard typographic inclusion for this edition rather than a unique, handwritten presentation inscription.

While the Chalet School books enjoyed numerous subsequent reprints, sourcing a first edition from this era that still retains its original, unclipped dust jacket in such respectable, complete condition is becoming increasingly uncommon on the open antiquarian market.

When the Richardson girls and their companions set off for a holiday in the picturesque Austrian Tirol, they anticipate a period of peaceful relaxation. However, the arrival of Joey Maynard and her lively family soon ensures that their quiet getaway transforms into a whirlwind of spirited escapades. Set against a stunning Alpine backdrop, the girls find themselves navigating unexpected challenges, forging new bonds, and discovering adventure at every turn in this heartwarming, classic tale of camaraderie and resilience.

Book Condition: Very Good

Book Authors: Elinor M. Brent-Dyer

Book Publisher: W. & R. Chambers, Ltd.

Book Language: English

Narrative Type: Fiction

Genre: Children's Fiction & True Stories

Book edition: First Edition

Signed: No

Book Pages: 223

Book Publication Year: 1960

Book Publication Date:

Book Binding: Hardcover

Illustrator: N/A

Book Series: The Chalet School Series

Country/region of manufacture: Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Book Dimensions:

Book Condition Guide

We stock thousands of books in a wide range of conditions. To make things clear and to help you know exactly what to expect, Please refer to these condition categories to understand the condition of the book you will receive.

Condition	Description
New	A brand-new, unread and professionally handled book. Carefully preserved from publication to purchase, these books are offered in the best attainable condition. This grade applies to recently published titles that have not entered long-term storage.
As New	The book is in pristine, original condition as if just published. No signs of use or handling. The dust jacket (if present) is equally flawless. This grade applies to any book that has remained untouched in storage for years.
Fine	The book is close to As New. It remains bright and attractive, but could show minor imperfections to the boards and/or dust jacket (if present). Its pages are typically clean and unmarked.
Near Fine	The book has a number of small flaws, i.e. slight rubbing to the edges, or tiny chips or creases to the dust jacket (if present). Its pages may have faint marks, or creases that are barely perceptible — nothing that detracts from their overall condition.
Very Good	The book maintains its structural integrity, and has no major flaws such as tears to its binding or pages. It may, however, show signs of careful use, handling, or storage — small marks and creases, light foxing. Its dust jacket (if present) remains fully intact, but small tears may be present.
Good	A book that remains intact and readable with complete text pages, but shows moderate signs of wear and use to both the book and dust jacket (if present). It may have noticeable creases, nicks, or stains, and the spine likely shows fading, bumping, and rubbing. There could be writing, underlining, and other marks on some pages, though the majority will be clean and tidy.
Fair	A book with significant wear or damage. The text pages will be complete, but there may be heavy underlining, highlighting and staining throughout, and the book’s endpapers, half-title, and copyright pages could be damaged or missing. The binding could be loose, and the dust jacket (if present) may have notable scuffs or tears. These copies are usually of interest for content, signature(s) or scarcity.
Poor	A heavily worn book whose value lies in its complete and legible text. A poor book will have substantial defects — loose joints or hinges, detached covers, loose and/or missing pages, and could be heavily soiled. A poor book is also known as a reading copy, and although compromised, can hold historical or bibliographic significance.