Stepping Heavenward, Mrs. E. Prentiss, 1869, Rare Antique Edition

Publisher: Anson D. F. Randolf & Co., NY

426 pages + 4 promotional pages

Hardcover, brown cloth boards with embossed decorative illustration and book title on both covers, spine has gilt illustration and lettering. 

Book is in Good+ used condition with expected corner and edge wear, mild staining/ cloth thinning, inside pages have some light foxing and color aging. Binding remains solid and secure, 3 signatures of perhaps previous owners on front facing page. Comes from a non-smoking home.

"Stepping Heavenward" is the fictional coming of age story of a young Christian girl named Katherine. The story follows her life from when she is sixteen, though courtship, engagement, marriage, having children, and the many challenges that she confronts in her adult life. This classic Christian story is told through a series of journal entries by Katherine and is an inspirational tale for young girls who themselves are facing the very same challenges of growing up.

A quite nice book to add to your antique book collection or Mrs. E. Prentiss titles. Item will be carefully packed and promptly shipped.