Polar, the Titanic Bear
Daisy Corning Stone Spedden
📚 Genre
Children's Non-Fiction / Historical Picture Book
🏢 Publisher
Little, Brown and Company
📅 Publication Year
1994
🔢 ISBN
9780316806145
About This Book
A true story told from the perspective of a toy polar bear owned by a young boy who survived the sinking of the RMS Titanic. The cover features a blue background with a white life ring framing a plush polar bear wearing a sailor suit, surrounded by red and gold typography.
Book Details
Language
English
Pages
64
Edition
First Edition
Series
Standalone
Target Audience
Children / Middle Grade
Collector Information
Condition
Good. Visible edge wear, minor surface scuffs on the glossy cover, and slight corner bumping typical of a well-handled hardcover children's book.
Estimated Value
$15-$30
Rarity
Common. Widely printed and easily found in libraries and secondhand bookstores online.
Historical Significance
Provides a unique and gentle perspective on the Titanic disaster for young readers, based on a surviving artifact from the actual tragedy.
Collector Notes
Check for the presence and condition of the original dust jacket if applicable, and ensure pages are free from heavy creasing or library stamps to maintain value.
Similar Books
Titanic: Young Survivors by Deborah Hopkinson, Escape from the Titanic by Laurie Lawlor, Dear America: Voyage on the Great Titanic by Ellen Emerson White
Notable Features
Includes historical photographs and diary excerpts alongside full-color illustrations.