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Lot #500
L. Sprague de Camp

Important sci-fi writer works on his Lovecraft biography

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Important sci-fi writer works on his Lovecraft biography

Science fiction and fantasy author (1907–2000). TLS, one page, 7.5 x 11, ornate dinosaur-themed personal letterhead, May 4, 1971. In part: “I should indeed be glad of copies of your remaining HPL [noted author H. P. Lovecraft] correspondence…I should, however, be especially interested in any additional letters from the last five or six years of HPL’s life.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, and mild edge toning. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. de Camp would go on to write the first major independent biography of Lovecraft. RRAuction COA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: July Monthly
  • Dates: #389 - Ended July 18, 2012