Hi Amanda,

Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
While I've not found another copy of this precise volume, other volumes from Babcock's Toy Series have sold at auction in the last few years for prices ranging from $30-50. Because this may be a rare volume, it warrants a slightly higher value of $40-60
Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:

[S. BABCOCK]
*Modes of capturing and anecdotes of the elephant,* Babcock's Toy's series
published in New Haven, CT., in 1839, 24 pp, paperbound
The flyleaf inscribed with an inked presentation inscription that reads, "Morris Dorr / from Uncle Joshua / Maryland / Aug 29th 1841"
4-1/4 by 3-7/8 inches
CONDITION: Toning, spotting
PROVENANCE: Acquired at a garage/yard sale
$40-60*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.

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~ Delia