Description: Mark Twain Autobiography 1924 2 Vol 1st ed/1st printing H-Y! Mark Twain's Autobiography With an Introduction by Albert Bigelow Paine Published by: Harper and Brothers Printed in: 1924 First Edition/First Printing ----- Features ----- · Original blue boards with bright gilt lettering · Stated First Edition/First Printing with H-Y · Each book has a black and white frontspiece with tissue guard · Top edge gilt on both books Condition The books are in very good condition with no rips or tears of any kind. There are no signatures, bookplates, or markings of any kind. There is some light foxing to the endpapers, but the rest of the pages are clean. The gilt lettering on the front of both books and on the spines remains bright and unrubbed. Both the illustrations and their tissue guards are in great condition. The books are both stated first editions, and they are both first printings with the code letters H-Y. A very difficult to find complete first edition set of Twain's Autobiography. Synopsis “In this autobiography, I shall keep in mind the fact that I am speaking from the grave. I am literally speaking from the grave, because I shall be dead when the book issues from the presses.” - Mark Twain Mark Twain's Autobiography is a two-volume set published over ten years after Twain's death in order to protect the "guilty". Told with his trademark humor and wit, the author recounts his travels and various struggles. ---------- About the Author---------- Samuel Langhorne Clemens (1835–1910) better known by the pen name Mark Twain, was an American humorist, satirist, lecturer and writer. Twain is most noted for his novels Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, which has since been called the Great American Novel, and The Adventures of Tom Sawyer. He is also known for his quotations. During his lifetime, Twain became a friend to presidents, artists, industrialists and European royalty. Twain enjoyed immense public popularity, and his keen wit and incisive satire earned him praise from both critics and peers. William Faulkner called Twain "the father of American literature." ---------- Return Policy---------- If you are unsatisfied with your purchase for any reason, a FULL refund will be issued so long as I am notified within 14 days after you receive your purchase. The buyer is responsible for return shipping costs. A great chance to own a beautiful first edition of Twain's Autobiography. If you have any questions or you want more pictures please feel free to email. Overseas bidders only Paypal accepted Get images that make Supersized seem small.Showcase your items with Auctiva's Listing Templates! THE simple solution for eBay sellers.
Price: 85 USD
Location: Miami, Florida
End Time: 2025-02-05T14:38:21.000Z
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