Indianapolis, In: Bobbs-Merrill Co, 1949. Book. Near Fine. Cloth. Signed by Author(s). 1st Edition. 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾" tall. First edition, so stated. Hoosier Edition, limited to 1000 copies of which this is # 347, SIGNED by Tarkington's three nephews to whom this was dedicated, John T., Donald, and Booth T. Jameson. This copy is NEAR FINE in a VG, unclipped ( $2.75) DJ . Blue cloth exterior is rich. Gilt lettering is bright. Edges and tips are sharp.Inside is crisp, unmarked, and lightly toned. Illustrated throughout with original sketches. DJ has modest sunning to the spine , minimal chipping to spine ends, and one 1/4" closed tear to front top. Very nice. Also laid in is the original bill of sale from L.S. Ayres department store. .

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Bookseller: Bailey Bonzo Books (US)
Bookseller's Inventory #: 002074
Title: Your Amiable Uncle
Author: Booth Tarkington
Format/Binding: Hardcover
Book Condition: Used - Near Fine
Jacket Condition: Very Good
Edition: 1st Edition
Publisher: Bobbs-Merrill Co
Place of Publication: Indianapolis, In
Date Published: 1949
Size: 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾
Bookseller catalogs: Indiana Authors, Publishers, Topics, & Association;

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