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Lot #539
Thomas Wolfe

Wolfe signs his iconic Look Homeward, Angel just months before his death

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Wolfe signs his iconic Look Homeward, Angel just months before his death

Highly regarded American writer (1900–1938) whose four novels, including Look Homeward, Angel and Of Time and the River, take a place among the high points of twentieth-century fiction. Signed book: Look Homeward Angel. NY: Modern Library, 1929. Hardcover with reproduction dustjacket, 5.75 x 8.25, 626 pages. Signed and inscribed on the first free-end page “For Elaine Clouse, Sincerely, Thomas Wolfe, June 13, 1938.” In fine condition, with a small brush to a single letter of inscription and signature. Wolfe had left New York City in late May of 1938, arriving in Portland on June 7 and beginning an auto tour of national parks on June 20th. He would pass away on September 15, 1938. Consignor notes Clouse was a Portland school teacher and an avid admirer of Wolfe. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: June Monthly
  • Dates: #388 - Ended June 20, 2012





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