Trio of Vintage Children's Books
Updated September 10, 2026
| Lot number | 66 |
| Auction | Curated Consignment Online Auction |
| Date | September 16, 2026 at 6:30 PM EDT |
| Auction house | Flipside Estate & Consignment Concierge LLC |
| Location | Indianapolis, Indiana |
Three hardback children's books: Uncle Edgar and the Reluctant Saint: A Christmas Story by Margaret Cousins The Small Miracle: A New Story by the author The Snow Goose, Paul Gallico A Grandma for Christmas by Alta Halverson Seymour Uncle Edgar has a plastic reinforced dustcover that has been altered, the top and bottom binding deteriorating with age. Slight discoloration and foxing present throughout the pages. The Small Miracle has the original dust cover, with slight holes and tears to its edges. Foxing present throughout the pages of the book. A Grandma for Christmas appears to have been a library book, with original card catalog slip and dates back to 1947. The colors inside the front and back covers are vibrant, and depict Norwegian Cookies and Cakes. Select illustrations have been recolored throughout the story. Light foxing present throughout the pages. Grandma for Christmas is the largest of the books, measuring 5" x 7.5" x 0.25" (WxHxD).
