Isaac H. Blanchard Co., New York

Issac H. Blanchard (1862-1931) was a native of Newark. He bought a half interest in the printing business of Fred Oberhauser in 1883 for $900. His earnings from the printing business paid for his schooling at Princeton. In 1891 he became the sole owner of the printing company. Blanchard established Isaac H. Blanchard Co. in 1898 with Ancel J. Brower. It was more known for its maps than its book publishing.

This firm published one series for juveniles:

Famous Tales Series edited by Frederick B. De Berard

Isaac H. Blanchard Co. copyrighted and published the set in 1899.

Cloth. Purple, blue and brown seen. Gilt picture of a woman reading on the cover. Gilt spine lettering. 7.25" x 5".