Unsigned annotated list in Lennon’s hand, written in felt tip for his personal assistant, Fred Seaman, one lightly lined page, 8.5 x 13.25, no date, but circa [1979–1980]. The reverse of the sheet bears Lennon’s notation “Fred’s Daily Read.” The list itself reads in part (spellings retained): “(1) Hamburger for cats (2) Sardines for ever (3) Ve za ve? Vi za vi? Viz a viz? Que pasa? Book: ‘Breaktime’ B. Lefkowitz (Hawthorn Books) (4) Friday & Monday’s business mail I will leave on mantle piece in hall. (It was in bedroom for 2 days) (5) [this entry “starred”] Get info on Bimini (Carib’ Island (Bahamas) also Hawaii—yearly weather info included (6) I lent Dick Gregory a ‘conspiracy’ book two years ago—get it back—i.e. we have his address & phone number—write or call—keep on ’til you get it! (When we’re away even). Title: ‘Farewell America’ (its banned here) Books: Try to get before I leave town. Her Bak Chick Pea (Penguin 1972). Her Back Egyptian in it Ia Te (Hodder & Stroughton 1967) by Isha Schwaller de Lubica….” Dick Gregory (born 1932) is a comedian, social activist, writer and entrepreneur. Gregory performed with Lennon on “Give Peace A Chance” and was instrumental in helping Lennon kick his drug habit in 1970. Farewell America is the once-notorious look at John Kennedy's assassination and a scathing censure of the American scene in its aftermath. Light irregular toning and a touch of mild wear to bottom edge, otherwise fine condition. Of the known to-do lists by Lennon, this example ranks near the top in the amount of handwriting and provides a fascinating window into the life of the legendary musician. JSA/Roger Epperson (REAL) Auction LOA and RRAuction COA.
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