Lot 396
Cain, James M (1872-1977) American author and journalist known for his hard-boiled crime novels; considered one of the creators of the roman noir. His novels include The Postman Always Rings Twice, Double Indemnity, and Mildred Pierce. Small collection of letters and documents: 1. TLS (carbon) to Angelus Pictures, agreeing to deliver a script based on Chekhov's "The Shooting Party," 28 June, 1943, with a page of contract additions. 2&3. Two copies of a contract with Loew's for writing services at $30 per week on a photoplay called "Frankie from Frisco", November 2, 1943. 2 pages., signed. 4. TLS ("Jim") to agent H.N. Swanson, Hollywood, December 27, 1943, thanks for a bottle of Scotch, 5. TLS ("Jim"), Hyattsville, Md., 25 June 1953, 1 page, to agent Edgar Carter, details on documents concerning a play. 6&7. Two unsigned items: a carbon of a TLS from Edgar Carter about Otto Preminger's option on "Galatea" and a check stub from the H.N. Swanson Inc. Literary Agency for "Mildred Pierce." (7 items).
Estimated Value $500 - 600.
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