Lot #717

Joel Chandler Harris Typed Letter Signed on First Editions

Description

"I think you have the first edition. The book was published serially in the Saturday Evening Post, and, in that form, was copyrighted by the Curtis Publishing Company"

American author (1848-1908) best known for his 'Uncle Remus' stories. TLS, one page, 5.25 x 6.75, Uncle Remus's Magazine letterhead, April 1, 1907. Letter to a gentleman, in full: "I think you have the first edition. The book was published serially in the Saturday Evening Post, and, in that form, was copyrighted by the Curtis Publishing Company. Then when the stories were assembled in book form they were copyrighted in that shape by Doubleday, Page & Co." In fine condition.

Auction Info

• Auction Title: Fine Autograph and Artifacts Featuring Revolutionary War, The War of 1812, and Civil War
• Dates: June 21, 2024 - July 10, 2024

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