John Allyn, Boston
John Allyn established his namesake business in 1868. Publications included mainly the classics and other educational volumes. Allyn took over the publishing business of Sever, Francis & Co. in 1871
In 1888 George A. Bacon, a high school principal in Syracuse and publisher of "The Academy", joined Allyn to form Allyn & Bacon. This firm was active well into the late 20th century.
John Allyn published one series for juveniles
Golden Treasury Series
| 1. Golden Treasury of Songs and Lyrics | by Francis Turner Palgrave |
| 2. Children's Garland | by Coventry Patmore |
| 3. Book of Praise | by Roundell Palmer |
| 4. Pilgrim's Progress | by J. Bunyan |
| 5. Book of Golden Deeds | by Miss Yonge |
| 6. Jest Book | by Mark Lemon |
| 7. Ballad Book | by W. Allingham |
| 8. Sunday School of Poetry | by Miss Alexander |
This set was published in 1872 by John Allyn. Previously Sever, Francis & Co. printed these eight books in addition to a ninth book, "Dream Children" by Horace Scudder.
John Allyn published this series in two formats.
1. Vellum cloth. 16 mo.
2. 18 mo.
None of the books in either format have been seen.