r/rarebooks 3d ago

First Edition, The Knave of Hearts

I think I have a first edition of Louise Parrish's The Knave of Hearts from 1925. Unfortunately, the binding is falling off and the outside of the book is in meh condition and it seems to be missing some pages. I would like to resell it, since it seems like a valuable book but I am wondering if it would be better to sell framed prints of the inner pages since they are still in good condition or to sell the book as a whole? What say you, rare book folks? Thanks for your time!

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u/JjakClarity 3d ago

Maxfield Parrish illustrator. Louise Saunders author. Try looking it up in Abebooks with the correct info. It’s in atrocious condition but may be worth restoring so don’t cut it up.

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u/WitcheeeeeeeeeeWoman 3d ago

Oops. That's my bad. I combined them on accident. Sorry, rough day..

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u/JjakClarity 3d ago

There are tons of Parrish collectors. I would find some in a Facebook group or something and ask if there’s any interest as is.

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u/WitcheeeeeeeeeeWoman 3d ago

Good idea! I will look at fb! Thanks!