Ernst & Thorp, Cincinnati
Jacob Ernst, Cincinnati
Jacob Ernst joined Charles W. Thorp in 1838 in a new bookstore, stationery business, publishing house and bindery called Ernst & Thorp. The partnership dissolved in February, 1844 and Ernst succeeded the outfit. Jacob Ernst published a number of religious editions, textbooks and miscellaneous fiction until he left the book business in 1857. Ernst was succeeded by Anderson, Gates and Wright.
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Ernst & Thorp published one series of books for juveniles
Coloured Toys
| 1. Cinderella, or the Little Glass Slipper |
| 2. History of Tom Thumb |
| 3. Adventures of Little Red Riding Hood |
| 4. History of an Apple Pie |
| 5. Marriage of Cock Robin and Jenny Wren |
| 6. Death and Burial of Cock Robin |
| 7. History of John and the Oak Tree |
| 8. Adventures of Paul Prey and His Young Friend in London |
| 9. Diverting History of John Gilpin |
| 10. History of the Children in the Wood |
| 11. Comical Adventures of Mother Hubbard and Her Dog |
| 12. Adventures Little Dame Crump and Her Little White Pig |
Published by Ernst & Thorp between 1840 and 1844. (Ernst & Thorp was at 180 Main Street between 1840-1844. Ernst & Thorp was at 26 Fifth Street between 1838 and 1840.)
Wraps. Book specific cover illustration. Each page has text and a colored illustration. 7.25" x 4.5".
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Jacob Ernst published two known series for juveniles: The Fourth and
Fifth Series.
It is presumed that the First through Third Series were also published
but as of this time (2022), I have not seen any evidence.
Juvenile Library of Moral and Useful Instruction. (Also called the "Fourth Series of Juvenile Books") by Sophia H. Oliver
| I. Sabbath Day |
| II. Sabbath School |
| III. Praise to God |
| IV. Love Between Children |
| V. Obedience |
| VI. Benevolence |
| VII. Pride |
| VIII. Resolution |
| IX. Industry |
| X. Innocence |
| XI. Beauty |
| XII. Garden |
Jacob Ernst published this set in 1845.
Wraps.
None of these books have been seen.
Fifth Series (Hepatica Series)
| Hepatica: or, Spring Flowers for Children Parts I-VI |
Published by Jacob Ernst in 1848.
Illustrated
Wraps. 3.75” x 4.75”
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