![Old Bones, the Wonder Horse [Hardcover] Pace, Mildred Mastin](https://vintagebookshoppe.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/Old-Bones-the-Wonder-Horse-9011278925.jpg)
Description
1955 edition. Hardcover has some minor wear along the sides, scuffs and marks. No dust jacket. Spine has some wear on the top and bottom. Pages are clean and the binding is secure.
This charming 1955 edition of “Old Bones, the Wonder Horse” by Mildred Mastin Pace offers a delightful glimpse into the world of early 20th-century children’s literature. Published during the golden age of horse stories, this book follows the adventures of Old Bones, a seemingly ordinary horse who proves his extraordinary abilities time and again. Pace’s engaging storytelling and vivid descriptions transport readers to a simpler era when horses played a central role in daily life.
Beyond its literary merits, this book holds historical significance as a reflection of the changing societal attitudes towards animals. The affectionate portrayal of Old Bones as a loyal companion and valued member of the family was a departure from the more utilitarian view of horses prevalent in earlier generations. Collectors will appreciate this well-preserved copy, with its clean pages and secure binding, as a charming addition to any vintage children’s book collection or a nostalgic reminder of a bygone era.
