Jack Whirler's Alphabet

Jack Whirler's Alphabet; or, The St. Paul's Primer. Adorned with Cuts by the Newberys, is a celebration of the engaging eighteenth-century children's books produced by three generations of the Newbery firm. Cotsen Children's Library at Princeton University holds the world's largest collection of Newbery children's books, and they published this handsome book showcasing their collection in honor of their benefactor and namesake, Lloyd E. Cotsen, on the occasion of his 85th birthday.

Designed by Mark Argetsinger, this amusing alphabet book is illustrated throughout with two Newbery blocks for each letter. Text on the facing pages explains the source of each woodcut and provides witty and informative commentary. The book was printed letterpress in black and red and handbound at the Press of Robert LoMascolo in Union Springs, New York in an edition of 200 copies.

The book is for sale for $85 and is being distributed exclusively by Bromer Booksellers.

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Annual Reception for the Boston International Antiquarian Book Fair

Bromer Booksellers cordially invites you to our annual reception on the eve of the Boston International Antiquarian Book Fair, Thursday, November 13th from noon to 5pm. Please join us on the second floor of 607 Boylston Street for light refreshments, book conversation, and collegiality.

Visitors to our shop the week of the book fair will be the first to browse our recent acquisitions. Highlighting this new material are rarely seen items from the English illustrators David Jones and Eric Gill. These books, manuscripts, correspondence, and ephemera have not appeared on the market for generations.

We look forward to seeing you on the 13th!