New York: Harcourt Brace Jovanovich, Inc., 1971. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Very Good/Near Fine. 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾" tall. First edition of this memoir by the famous singer and actress. Purple cloth with silver titles: very good with fading to the edges and spine. The price-intact jacket has some toning to the edges, moderate fading to the spine lettering, and a couple of creases to the front panel. Inscribed by Ms. Bailey to the noted jazz musician Benny Carter and his wife Margaret: "To Dear Margaret and Benny- I love you - Pearl.

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Bookseller: Paul Johnson Fine Books (US)
Bookseller's Inventory #: 001069
Title: Talking to Myself
Author: Bailey, Pearl
Format/Binding: Hardcover
Book Condition: Used - Very Good
Jacket Condition: Near Fine
Quantity Available: 1
Edition: 1st Edition 1st Printing
Publisher: Harcourt Brace Jovanovich, Inc.
Place of Publication: New York
Date Published: 1971
Pages: 233
Size: 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾

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