Chandler (Raymond) Raymond Chandler Speaking
£325
London, Hamish Hamilton, 1962.
First UK edition. Inscribed presentation copy from Chandler’s literary agent and lover, Helga Greene, to one of the contributors. 8vo. Original black cloth. Dust-jacket, priced 21s.
Tough-minded and typically idiosyncratic, here is Chandler on Chandler, the mystery novel, writing, Hollywood, TV, publishing, cats and famous crimes. Attractive presentation copy from his agent and lover.
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A very good copy, in slightly rubbed but otherwise very good jacket.
Jacket design by Brian Paine.
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