Algren (Nelson) The Man with the Golden Arm
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London, Neville Spearman, 1959.
First UK edition, first impression. 8vo. Original boards. Dust-jacket.
The first UK edition of this well-known work in part about morphine addiction, the inspiration for the 1955 film starring Frank Sinatra.
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A very good copy; jacket a little worn at extremities, else very good.
Jacket artwork by Fort.
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