Description
Dustcover is scuffed, strained, lightly scribbled on, and worn/torn around corners/edges/spine. Hardcover has wear along the corners and top/bottom of spine. Pages are clean, binding is secure.
This well-loved copy of “The Parent From Zero To Ten” by Anne Cleveland offers a glimpse into the parenting philosophies of the 1970s. Published in 1977, this book was part of a wave of parenting guides that emerged in the aftermath of the cultural shifts of the 1960s. Cleveland, a renowned child psychologist, aimed to provide a practical and empathetic approach to raising children, emphasizing the importance of understanding a child’s developmental stages and fostering a nurturing environment.
While the book’s exterior shows signs of wear from frequent use, the clean pages and secure binding suggest that this copy has been well-cared for by its previous owners. The scribbles on the dustcover may even hold personal notes or insights from a parent who found solace and wisdom in Cleveland’s words. For collectors, this copy represents a tangible connection to the evolving parenting philosophies of the late 20th century, while readers may find timeless advice that transcends generational boundaries.