Signed book: Father of the Blues. Later printing. NY: The Macmillan Company, 1941. Hardcover with dustjacket, 5.75 x 8.5, 317 pages. Signed and inscribed in fountain pen on the first free end page, 'To Mr. Thos. H. Brooks, with sincere appreciation for his interest. W. C. Handy 5–11–1942.'. In fine condition, with even toning to the signed page, a prior owner’s stamp at the top of the page, and a 6-cent US commemorative postage stamp honoring the musician pasted above the inscription. The dustjacket rates very good with creasing, chipping, staining and tears to both flaps. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RRAuction COA.
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