February 2012 Auction Ends Tuesday, February 28th, 5pm Pacific
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 2/28/2012
Dr. Seuss autograph letter signed "Ted", written to Gerald Harrison, president of the children's literature department at Random House. Undated letter reads in part: "Dear Jerry:…My hunch is that this book will sell to an older age-group than My Book About Me…I feel the humor in this book should not be in editorial comment. But by illustration and surprise juxtapositions and by a few weirdo autographs for the kids to collect…" Three page letter, on two sheets, measures 8.5" x 11". Near fine.
Lengthy Dr. Seuss Autograph Letter Signed -- To Random House Executive Regarding a Forthcoming Publication -- "…I feel the humor in this book should not be in editorial comment. But by illustration…"
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