Description: It's A Boy's World Poems by August Derleth Pictures by Dwig [Clare Victor Dwiggins] Sauk City, Wisconsin: Stanton and Lee 1948 First Edition Signed association copy with an inscription by August Derleth and Dwig to Herman C. Koenig. Also, there is an original pencil sketch by Dwig on the signed page. Herman Charles Koenig (1893–1959) was a publisher, writer, and collector of first editions and fantasy literature. He was an avid fan of fantasy fiction and contributed articles to early fanzines. Koenig was also a friend of H.P. Lovecraft and a member of his informal literary circle, the Kalem Club. He collaborated with August Derleth to publish Lovecraft's work and privately printed some of Lovecraft's writings during his lifetime. Koenig played a role in promoting the works of British author William Hope Hodgson in the United States. His efforts included circulating Hodgson's books and writing an introduction for a reprint of four Hodgson novels by Arkham House in 1946. 12mo, 107 pages, publisher's original pictorial dust jacket. Publisher's original pictorial grey cloth covered boards. Profusely illustrated throughout in black and white. Some rubbing and wear, slight discoloration, else in good + condition. If you have any questions, feel free to ask, and don't forget to check out my other listings.
Price: 770 USD
Location: West Chester, Pennsylvania
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Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Binding: Hardcover
Place of Publication: Sauk City, Wisconsin
Signed: Yes
Publisher: Stanton & Lee
Subject: Literature & Fiction
Year Printed: 1948
Original/Facsimile: Original
Language: English
Illustrator: Dwig
Special Attributes: 1st Edition, Dust Jacket, Illustrated, Inscribed
Author: August Derleth
Region: North America
Topic: Literature
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
