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Benjamin Butler

Butler’s autobiography—the first we have offered

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Butler’s autobiography—the first we have offered

Signed book: Butler’s Book. Boston: A. M. Thayer, 1892. Hardcover, 7 x 9.75, 1154 pages. Inscribed in type on the first free end page, “To Master Selwyn Berkeley Major, whose father has been for many, many years the author’s friend, and was his valued assistant in its preparation, this Book is presented, with the best wishes and compliments of,” signed below in black ink, in black ink, “Benj. F. Butler, Mass,” and dated January 5, 1893. In very good condition, with significant surface loss to spine and cracked hinges. RR Auction COA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Rare Manuscript, Document & Autograph
  • Dates: #421 - Ended January 15, 2014