1960 Treat Shop Hardcover Children's Book. Edited by Eleanor and Johnson and Laland B. Jacobs. Charles E. Merril Books. 276 pages. Former property of Minneapolis Public Schools. Very good condition.
This 1960 edition of "Treat Shop" is a nostalgic masterpiece of mid-century primary education, serving as the first volume in the celebrated "Treasury of Literature" series. Edited by Eleanor M. Johnson and Leland B. Jacobs, this 276-page hardcover was designed to introduce young readers to the "Space Age" joy of storytelling through a carefully curated selection of poems and tales. Published by Charles E. Merrill, the book features the vibrant, colorful illustrations that defined 1960s classroom aesthetics, making it a "Gr-r-reat" piece of educational history.
Adding to its unique character, this specific copy is a former property of the Minneapolis Public Schools. The presence of the school system's stamp provides a wonderful piece of local provenance, rooting the book in its original mid-century community. Despite its history in the hands of students, the book remains in very good condition, with its binding tight and pages clean. Whether you are a collector of vintage textbooks, a fan of 1960s illustration, or looking to add a touch of "Dark Academia" to your local history collection, this reader offers a charming and sturdy window into the past.
This item is vintage, over 65 years old.
