Signed book: Main Street. First edition. NY: Harcourt, Brace and Howe, 1920. Hardcover, 5.25 x 7.5, 451 pages. Signed and inscribed on the first free end page, “To Mrs. William T. Hamilton with Christmas greetings from [Lou M. Kirchner] and her obedient disciple, Sinclair Lewis, Washington, D. C., Dec. 21, 1920,” with the the inscription whimsically crafted to include the name of the book’s owner, Lou M. Kirchner. Scattered toning, soiling, and foxing to the opening pages, ending pages, and the text block, front page partially separated, but still intact, a retail sticker affixed to the front pastedown page, and moderate wear and rubbing to the cover and spine, otherwise very good condition. A unique inscription and signature from the heralded writer contained in his most well-known and enormously popular novel. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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