There's an Enemy Sub in Potter's Pond (Hardcover / Paperback Book)
Bookcraft / Horizon Publishers (George D. Durrant & Matthew B. Durrant) · Books & Media > Children's & Young Adult Fiction
Era / Decade
1970s (Published circa 1978)
Material
Paperback / Paper book jacket over cloth or board cover with standard printed paper pages.
Condition
Fair to Good. Significant edge wear, creasing along the top and bottom edges, corner bumps, laminate peeling along the spine, and clear signs of shelf wear on the cover jacket.
Demand Level
Niche (Appeals primarily to collectors of vintage LDS/regional youth fiction, nostalgia seekers, or fans of George D. Durrant).
Resale Value
Estimated Resale Value
$8.00 (Low) - $15.00 (Mid) - $25.00 (High depending on edition and binding type)
Estimated Retail Value
$5.95 - $8.95 (Original list price in late 1970s/1980s)
Comparable Sales
Copies in acceptable/good condition typically sell online between $10.00 and $18.00 including shipping on eBay and Amazon marketplace.
Description
Vintage vintage youth adventure novel 'There's an Enemy Sub in Potter's Pond' written by George D. Durrant and Matthew B. Durrant. Features classic late-1970s illustrated cover art depicting two young boys on a nightly adventure near a pond.
Key Features
Nostalgic 1970s LDS/regional children's fiction book; written by popular LDS author George D. Durrant and his son Matthew B. Durrant; collectible retro illustrated cover art; out-of-print title.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic vintage original publication. High confidence.
Flaws to Note
Heavy wear to cover edges, visible creases, corner damage, laminate lifting near top edge, spine wear, potential light staining or page yellowing due to age.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay, Etsy, Mercari, or regional platforms/Mormon history book exchanges.
Selling Tips
Use Media Mail for low-cost shipping. Highlight the author names ('George D. Durrant') and exact publication title. Take clear photos of the copyright page, spine, and rear cover.