New York: E. P. Dutton & Company, 1941. A nicely illustrated copy of the early life of the young Stephen Foster (1826-1864), "The Father of American music, " and composer of songs such as "Old Black Joe, " "My Old Kentucky Home, " and "Old Folks at Home." In addition to the biography of young Foster, this book contains a number of musical scores with words to some of his best-loved songs. Decorated end papers and printed paper covers with Mary Greenwalt illustrations on the front and rear, with orange cloth spine.

This is a nice tight and unmarked book with no interior or exterior markings, no owner names, and no bookplates. Covers do show toning and wear at the edges. B&W Illustrations; 7 ¾” by 9 ½”; 172 pages.