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HERSEY, John (1914-1993). Autograph Letter Signed

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HERSEY, John (1914-1993). Autograph Letter Signed

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HERSEY, John (1914-1993). Autograph Letter Signed (“John Hersey”), 22nd December 1950. One page, 8vo. A lengthy letter by Hersey to a Mrs. Morris on Greens Farms letterhead. Mailing folds present.

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HERSEY, John (1914-1993). Autograph Letter Signed

Name: HERSEY, John (1914-1993). Autograph Letter Signed
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Price: 40 USD
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