Ransome. We Didn't Mean to Go to the Sea (1941) Leather bound

Description: Ransome,Arthur. WE DIDN'T MEAN TO GO TO THE SEA. London:Jonathan Cape,1941. Eighth impression . 8"x6",351 pp, illustrated by Ransome. Bound in three-quarter green leather with marbled boards, slightly raised bands and decorations in compartments. "The Walker Family Has Come To Harwich To Wait For Commander Walker's Return. As Usual, The Children Can't Stay Away From Boats, And This Time They Meet Young Jim Brading, Skipper Of The Well-Found Sloop Goblin. But Fun Turns To High Drama When The Anchor Drags, And The Four Young Sailors Find Themselves Drifting Out To Sea - Sweeping Across To Holland In The Midst Of A Full Gale! As In All Of Ransome's Books, The Emphasis Is On Self-Reliance, Courage, And Resourcefulness. We Didn't Mean To Go To Sea Is A Story To Warm Any Mariner's Heart. Full Of Nautical Lore And Adventure, It Will Appeal To Young Armchair Sailors And Season Sailors Alike." CONDITION: Previous owner's gift inscription, else nearly very good prinarily because of the fading green leather along the spine which usually happens with blues and greens. Contents are clean and tightly bound. TERMS: By bidding you are agreeing to settle the transaction within three business days. Shipping is $4.87 to U.S. bidders via media rate. Tracking will be provided. International bidders please use eBay's Global shipping program. Returns accepted within thirty days for any reason with prior approval. You must be pleased. The book in the photograph is the item you will receive.

Price: 14.99 USD

Location: Frederick, Maryland

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