Kitty's Cousin (circa 1885-1895)

Kitty’s Cousin by Hannah B. Mackenzie is an antique late Victorian children’s book published by Blackie & Son, with offices listed in London, Glasgow, Edinburgh, and Dublin. Based on the publisher’s catalogue at the back, this copy likely dates from around 1885–1895, making it a lovely collectible from the golden age of Victorian children’s publishing.

Books from this period often combined domestic life, family relationships, moral lessons, and gentle storytelling for young readers. As a Blackie & Son title, Kitty’s Cousin has appeal not only as a reading copy but also as a decorative and historical book, especially for collectors interested in girls’ stories, Victorian juvenile fiction, and antique illustrated children’s books.

A charming choice for collectors of Blackie & Son editions, antique children’s literature, Victorian storybooks, and late nineteenth-century British publishing.

Hardcover, Very Good Some rubbing at the spine ends and corners. Owner's inscription on the front endpaper. Moderate foxing and age spotting. A little moisture staining at the rear.