Kindred of the Dust
New York: Cosmopolitan Book Corporation, 1920. 1st Edition. Hardcover. Presentation copy of the 1920 novel that was adapted into the 1922 silent film starring Miriam Cooper and directed by her husband Raoul Walsh. "For Bill Hetfield [?] - from his friend, the old [?] author himself. Sincerely, Peter B Kyne. Sorry this copy in not so good condition. It is, however, an original edition. P.B.K.". As Kyne notes, the copy is in not so good condition, with darkening to the spine, bumping to the corners, joints starting and the half title with inscription loose along the upper edge. An early owner has left ownership labels on the front and rear endpapers, with an address at a Sunset Blvd talent agency. Illustrated by Dean Cornwell. Fair. Item #2025-R8
Price: $75.00