London, Jack. South Sea Tales, Smoke Bellew, The Abysmal Brute, John Barleycorn All First Editions. (1876-1916) Prolific American author, essayist journalist and a passionate activist for workers and animal rights. London's popularity was unprecedented at the turn of the century and became one of the first celebrity authors amassing an impressive fortune due to his worldwide appeal.


South Sea Tales 1911 First Edition in very good condition. Exterior of book exhibiting very little wear or loss of colors. Inside, the title page and the facing color illustration have tone spots as well a the copyright page and contents page. The balance of the pages are fine with very light overall toning
Smoke Bellew 1912 First Edition in near choice condition. Very minor evidence of wear, the only issue is top right tip crease. A fine addition to any library.
The Abysmal Brute 1913 First Edition, first binding state in orange-yellow and dark green. New York, the Century Company with two undated advertisements printed on last page. Overall very good copy and not an easy one to find.
John Barleycorn 1913 First Edition Overall very good condition, the gilt lettering on spine somewhat faded but legible, on the cover quite vivid. Save for the ghosting of an erased message on end paper, a really solid edition. Estimated Value $500 - 800
From the Collection of Carol & Richard Basler.