1925 An American Tragedy Theodore Dreiser 1st Edition 1st Printing 2 Vol Set

by Theoodore Dreiser

$225 · Offered by eBay

Title: An American Tragedy (Complete 2-Volume Set) Author: Theodore Dreiser Publisher: Boni & Liveright, New York Publication Date: MCMXXV (1925) Edition: True First Edition, First Printing (Confirmed by "Copyright 1925" with no subsequent printing dates noted). --- HISTORICAL PROVENANCE & UNIQUE EPHEMERA --- This incredible set is a living piece of literary history. The interior of Volume 1 features an original vintage bookseller sticker from the legendary Brentano’s Bookstore in Washington D.C. (famed as the "Bookstore of the Presidents"). Additionally, the original 1925 owner neatly tipped in a rare, original newspaper book review dated SUNDAY, DECEMBER 27, 1925—just weeks after the novel's debut. The review details the grueling, chaotic publication process, making this a spectacular, unrepeatable copy for collectors of American literature and 1920s ephemera. --- ITEM CONDITION --- • Binding: Original blackish-blue cloth covers featuring Dreiser’s gold gilt "TD" monogram. Both volumes are structurally sound. • • Binding: Original blackish-blue cloth covers featuring Dreiser’s gold gilt "TD" monogram. Both volumes are structurally sound with firm hinges and solid text blocks. • Spines: Vol 1 spine text is naturally faded/clouded due to age; Vol 2 spine text remains bright and easily readable. Minor shelf softening to spine ends. • Covers: Vol 2 cover is very clean. Vol 1 cover exhibits some cosmetic white surface staining/mottling on the front cloth near the upper left quad

• Year: 1925
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Good

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