CASA SUSANNA

New York: powerHouse Books, 2005. Hardcover. Near fine. This copy is inscribed by Tracey Ullman to fellow British comedian Eric Idle on the title page: "Dear Eric you probably already have one of these, but there's nothing like a spare. Thank you for asking me to join in your lovely show. Tracey U xxxx Nov 2007." Ullman appeared in two workshop performances of Idle's musical comedy "What About Dick?" in November 2007, as well as a four-night run in April 2012.

Second printing. Remarkable photographic record of Casa Susanna, a popular weekend destination in Jewett, New York for cross-dressing men and transgender women in the early 1960s. Tall octavo: 128 p. Original burgundy paper-covered boards, with a photographic image inset on the front panel and printed white titles. Issued without a dust jacket. Light rubbing to the corners and tips; else near fine.

From the library of revered English actor, comedian, musician, and writer Eric Idle, accompanied by a letter of provenance. Idle (b.1943) is a founding member of the British comedy troupe Monty Python, as well as the parody rock group The Rutles, and is the writer of the music and lyrics for the hit Broadway musical Spamalot.