The Alden Catalogue of Choice Books, May 30, 1889

"The Alden Catalogue of Choice Books, May 30, 1889" by John B. Alden is a glimpse into the literary world of the late 1800s through a publisher's catalogue. Imagine a marketplace of stories, where classic novels meet educational guides, all offered with a promise of quality and value. This catalogue highlights the Alden Publishing Company's commitment to making literature available to all, describing how readers can become stockholders and unlock even greater savings. It demonstrates a co-operative approach to publishing. The catalogue itself showcases a wide range of offerings, exposing different genres and titles available to readers of the time, revealing the literary tastes and interests of the era.