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1940-J. F. K., Signed,"Why England Slept"

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1940-J. F. K., Signed,"Why England Slept"

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Description

Written by J.F.K., this edition was printed in 1961. Signed as President in the flyleaf "For Dave-Who Never Sleeps-from his friend J. Kennedy" 8" x 6". Condition: Good, Minor tears and soiling to jacket, minor toning

Condition

Good, Minor tears and soiling to jacket, minor toning

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1940-J. F. K., Signed,"Why England Slept"

Name: 1940-J. F. K., Signed,\"Why England Slept\"
SKU: 15298666
Price: 4500 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $5,000 - $8,000

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