Signed book: To Seek a Newer World. First edition. Garden City, NY: Doubleday, 1967. Hardcover with dust jacket, 5.75 x 8.5, 233 pages. Signed on the half-title page in black felt tip, “With best wishes, Robert Kennedy.” Includes a TLS from Pierre Salinger to Milton Berle, December 11, 1967, in part: “In lieu of a Christmas card this year we are sending you this copy of the thought-provoking book by Senator Robert F. Kennedy. While you may not agree with some of the Senator’s views, we hope you will find the book stimulating.” Scattered soiling and a few edge tears to dust jacket, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Includes Berle’s square yellow plastic press badge for access to the Ambassador Hotel’s Embassy Room on June 4, 1968, where Robert F. Kennedy gave a victory speech after winning the California primary; he was shot following the speech, making these rare badges the last ever produced for use at an RFK campaign event. Also accompanied by Berle’s press badge for attendance at the funeral mass held for Kennedy. RR Auction COA.
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