Webster (F.A.M.) The White Nigger
£125
London, Mellifont Press, [1937].
First edition. 8vo. Original pictorial wrappers, priced 3d.
An intriguing pulp title, charting an uprising of the coloured peoples of the world under the aegis of the energetic titular character…
Out of stock
Ink name to head of title-page, some tanning; covers slightly rubbed and creased at spine, but overall very good.
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