American nature writer and diarist (1897–1992) whose childhood journal was first published in 1920 as The Story of Opal in serialized form in the Atlantic Monthly. Scarce Christmas card hand-made by Whiteley, 2.5 x 4, labeled on the front, “Christmas Thoughts,” signed inside with a kind sentiment, “This little moss and leaf from the Oregon West come to bring my Christmas love to you. May his blessing be with your both, Opal Whitney, Dec. 18, 1921.” Pieces of moss are affixed on the front cover and inside, and a leaf is also affixed inside. In fine condition. A one-of-a-kind item and the first Whiteley autograph we have ever offered. RR Auction COA.
