Tommy Carries the Ball - 1940

This 1940 printing of Tommy Carries the Ball captures the golden age of youth sports storytelling, when tales of teamwork, determination, and fair play filled the pages meant for young readers. This story celebrates the excitement of football through vivid imagery and the earnest spirit of boys learning lessons both on and off the field.

This is the only available copy, now thoughtfully handcrafted into a one of a kind journal. Select pages from the original story remain preserved among smooth, acid free writing paper so that pieces of its illustrated past can live alongside your own reflections. The striking red cloth cover, softened by more than eighty years of age, adds bold character and nostalgic warmth to this truly unique keepsake.

This journal makes a meaningful gift for sports lovers, collectors of vintage children’s books, coaches, writers, and anyone who cherishes the simple values found in classic athletic tales. It is ideal for journaling, memory keeping, creative writing, or recording personal stories inspired by teamwork and perseverance.

As with every Red Barn Collections journal, this piece carries the authentic voice of its original printing and the careful craftsmanship that gives previously loved books new life.

SIZE: 8.25” x 6.5”
1940 Printing

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• 72+ journal pages
• 24# acid-free paper
• Sturdy antique brass metal coil, allows journal to lay flat