Macmillan's Pocket Classics Books, Set of 4

Used in American classrooms during the early 1910s, this charm-filled set of four Macmillan's Pocket Classics carries a rich, living history in every volume. From student name logs and handwritten study annotations to a lovingly nail-fastened loose page and original school pricing stamps, each piece offers a sweet window into historic school days. A delightful, heartwarming bundle for vintage literature collectors, educators, or anyone seeking to bring a cozy, storied feel to a bedside stack or bookshelf.

Condition Note: Shows authentic age-appropriate wear, handwritten notes, student names, and historic repairs consistent with early 20th-century classroom use; bindings and pages remain structurally sound and complete.

Specifications:

• Dimensions: 4.5" W x 5.75" L (Thickness varies 0.5" to 0.75" each)
• Volumes Included:
  • Coleridge's Ancient Mariner Etc. (1908): Handwritten inside cover note marked "D.H.S., Dallas, TX" (Dallas High School).
  • Chaucer's Prologue, Knight's Tale, & Nun's Priest Tales (1907): List of student names on inside cover with handwritten page annotations.
  • Shakespeare's Merchant of Venice (1913): Handwritten note marked Jan/Feb 1914; includes an authentically salvaged page lovingly fastened back with a small nail.
  • Whittier's Snow-Bound (1914): Original 25-cent school price stamp for Nashville School use.
• Publisher: Macmillan Company (1907–1914)

• Origin/Era: Early 20th Century (1907–1914)