Lot 68
London, Charmaine [and Jack]. Lot of two. 1). Typed letter signed ("Charmian London"). One page, oblong large octavo, California, October 18, 1928. To Ida Corey. One vertical fold, bottom right corner is chipped. Very good condition. 2). Bookplate from Jack London's library, 4 x 5". (see item above for authentication). One tiny chip at top edge. Very good to fine condition.
A wonderful bookplate with impeccable provenance and an entertaining letter: "My dear Ida G. Corey: If you will take the pains to get from a public library The Book of Jack London, written by myself…you will learn among many other things that I feel would greatly interest you, that my husband Jack London died twelve years ago…Since I cannot send you his autograph, I am inclosing [sic] his book-plate, which I am glad to let you have if you wish it…"
Estimated Value $50 - 75.
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