Eleanore Amelie Barté (June 11, 1893 – November 15, 1946) was an American author and illustrator known for her contributions to children’s literature. Born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to Frank Barte, a Wisconsin-born machinist of German descent, and Anna H. Stakl or Steckl, originally from Germany, Barté grew up in an environment that nurtured her creative talents.
Throughout her career, Barté created a range of children’s books, both writing and illustrating them. Some of her notable works include “Adventures in Girlhood” (1917) and “The Tin Soldier” (1919), published by The Penn Publishing Company. “The Trumpeter Swan” (1920), illustrated by Alice Barker Stephens, and “The Gay Cockade” (1921) are also among her acclaimed works. “The Dim Lantern” (1922), featuring illustrations by Coles Phillips, further showcases her versatility. Collaborating with Ottilie Amend, she co-authored “Jolly Jungle Jingles” in 1929. One of her later works, “John Hoe; Or, ‘A Penny Saved'” (1938), highlights her storytelling skills. Barté’s final known work was “Up the Shining Path,” co-authored with Margaret Patrice in 1946.
Barté’s legacy in children’s literature is marked by her imaginative storytelling and charming illustrations, capturing the hearts of young readers and contributing significantly to early 20th-century American children’s books.
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1938: John Hoe or “A Penny Saved”, Story and Drawings by Eleanore Barte
$45.00John Hoe or ‘A Penny Saved is a vintage children’s book by Eleanore Barte, published in 1938 by Frederick A. Stokes Company in New York. The story follows young John Hoe, who is determined to save his pennies and become a millionaire. Throughout the book, John learns valuable lessons about the value of money and hard work, as well as the importance of helping others. The book features charming illustrations by Barte and is a delightful read for children and adults alike.
This particular edition of the book is a brown cloth hardcover volume with lettering on the cover and spine. Despite some minor wear on the cover, the book is tightly bound and very clean, with no writing or markings. There is some fading to the pages due to the passage of time, but overall, it is a very well-preserved vintage edition. Fans of classic children’s literature and collectors of vintage books will appreciate this charming and timeless tale.