The Dream Life of Balso Snell

Lot 359
26.05.2022 10:00UTC -05:00
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Lot 359 | The Dream Life of Balso Snell
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The Dream Life of Balso SnellNathanael West, 1931WEST, Nathanael (1903-1940). The Dream Life of Balso Snell. Paris and New York: Contact Editions, August 1931. One of 500 copies, this one inscribed: "Affectionately, Nathanael West." This first edition of the author’s first book was turned down twice before being picked up by the Paris based publishing company, Contact Editions. The present copy is #388. See also preceding lot. Octavo (240 x 160mm). (Some leaves unopened). Stiff paper wrappers (a little chipping to spine ends, spine and portions of panels darkened, a little wear at extremities). Cloth clamshell case.
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