1896 1st Ed., Gulliver\'s Travels (Altemus Young Peoples Library), Illustrated For Sale

1896First EditionGulliver\'s TravelsInto Some Remote Regions of the WorldGood condition (see photos)name of prior owner on free end page (see photos)55 Illustrations (see photos)Henry Altemus Company’s Young People’s Library edition of Gulliver’s Travels published in 1896.Altemus’ Young People’s Library, a popular juvenile series published from 1895 to 1933, featuring fairy tales, stories, and some nonfiction works aimed at young readers.The 1896 edition of Gulliver’s Travels by Jonathan Swift, D.D., is part of this series, specifically noted as a first edition of this printing.Format: Hardcover, measuring approximately 6.25 x 5 X 3/4 inches.Illustrations: Contains 55 illustrations, typical of the Young People’s Library’s emphasis on engaging visuals for younger audiences.Pages: 215 pagesThe Altemus Young People’s Library editions were tailored for young readers, often abridged or adapted to make classics like Gulliver’s Travels more accessible. The 55 illustrations suggest an emphasis on visual appeal to engage children, though Swift’s satire was originally aimed at adults. By 1896, Gulliver’s Travels was a well-established classic, and Altemus’ edition reflects the Victorian era’s trend of repackaging literary works for educational or moral purposes. The series’ longevity and popularity indicate its appeal to families and schools. While the 1896 edition is a juvenile adaptation, Gulliver’s Travels remains a satirical masterpiece, critiquing human nature and 18th-century politics. Its appeal to both children (as a fantastical adventure) and adults (as a sharp satire) explains its inclusion in the Young People’s Library. Grok AI