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Hoffmann, E.T.A. (1776-1822) Nutcracker, trans. Ralph Manheim (1907-1992),Illustrated, Signed, and Inscribed by Maurice Sendak (1928-2

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Auction: Books & Manuscripts - 3012TLocation: MarlboroughDate / Time: May 23, 2017 12:00PM

Description:

Hoffmann, E.T.A. (1776-1822) Nutcracker, trans. Ralph Manheim (1907-1992),Illustrated, Signed, and Inscribed by Maurice Sendak (1928-2002),with a Drawing. New York: Crown, 1984. Oblong format, stated first edition, inscribed on half-title to Herb Hosmer, with a drawing of the Nutcracker, "For Herb, who is the original Drosselmeier, and who inspired me--always! happy Nutcracker!" with the original publisher's cloth binding and price-clipped dust jacket, rubbed, with some wear, some damage to bottom edge of front board, corners bumped, 9 3/4 x 9 3/4 in.
Estimate $200-300


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Keywords

Ralph Manheim, Herb Hosmer