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The Postman
Ladybird Series 606b

Author
Vera Southgate
Illustrator
John Berry
Publisher
Wills & Hepworth
First Published
1965
ISBN
072140068X
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The first edition cover, 1965 ImageID:1779

Synopsis

In this carefully planned reference book, interesting and accurate information is given about the Postal Service, it's history and it's development to meet present day needs.

Even children whose reading experience is limited will be encouraged by the superb, full-colour illustrations and relatively simple text to find out for themselves about this vital service, and at the same time gain extra reading practice.

Opening text

Five hundred years ago, not many people in this country could read or write.

Characters and Keywords

The postman - postie - postal service - the Royal Mail - Letters - post-box - mail-box - mail

First edition issue points for collectors

Hardback book issued without dust-wrapper. Pictorial matt boards. Original price 2'6 Net.

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The first ever children's book published by Wills & Hepworth was entitled 'The Fairies' - published in 1915, there were only 6 copies printed


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