Pearl Series for Boys
by Mrs. Madeline Leslie (Harriette Newell Woods Baker)

Published by Andrew F. Graves/ Graves & Ellis
1. Pearl of Love; or, Josey's Gift
2. Pearl of Obedience; or, The Soldier's Son
3. Pearl of Charity; or, The Chain and Seals
4. Pearl of Patience: or, Charley's Sad Story
5. Pearl of Penitence; or, Maurice and Kitty Maynard
6. Pearl of Hope; or, The Story of Edgar

The first editions of these titles were published and copyrighted by Andrew F. Graves in 1868. Subsequently the volumes were published by Graves & Ellis in 1871-1872 and after that by Andrew F. Graves until the mid-late 1870's.

This series was combined with the "Pearl Series for Girls" to make up a twelve volume series -Pearl Series which was sold as a boxed set. Also called in 1868 Mrs. Leslies Bible Pearls in 1868 (for Boys/ Girls).

Format 1. (Early Andrew F. Graves/ Graves & Ellis)
Cloth. Various colors. Blindstamped. Spine has gilt lettering and decorative pattern. 18 mo.


Format 2. (Later Andrew F. Graves editions)
Cloth. Various colors. Cover with non-book specific appliqué surrounded by a black line drawn decorative pattern. Spine has a gilt letter box and black decorative design. 18 mo.