Lot 352
Haley, Alex (1921-1992) American writer who vividly depicted the struggles of blacks in America. Haley's Autobiography of Malcolm X (1965) and Roots:The Saga of An American Family (1976) are both regarded as classics. Haley was awarded a special Pulitzer Prize citation for Roots.
Autograph Letter Signed ("Alex Haley"). One page, quarto, Rome, New York, October 25, 1966. On personalized stationery in green ink. To Mrs.Theresa Mulholland. Accompanied by transmittal envelope, which shows some staining. Very minor foxing and soft mailing folds. Else, fine condition.
Responding to Mrs. Mulholland's letter about his recently published Autobiography of Malcolm X, Haley sends a very friendly, engaging letter. "Thanks so much for word of your and your daughter's good opinion of 'The Autobiography of Malcolm X.' You know -- with a subject like him, it would be hard not to produce a moving book. Tell you what: in a couple of days I'll have a xerox copy made of some one of the letters I have from Malcolm. Having read his life, you know he was an innately humble man; he'd be so pleased to know [and maybe, come to think of it, he does] how many people are practically venerating him today. Thanks again for your good letter. Every best! Alex Haley" Haley's very well received Autobiography of Malcom X (Haley's first major work) recounted the development of Malcolm X's political and social thought and was published shortly after his assassination.
Estimated Value $2,000 - 2,500.
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