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January 28, 2012

Lot: 159Lot: 161

"The Old Swimmin'-hole" and 'Leven More Poems copyrighted by James Whitcomb Riley.
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LOT 160

"The Old Swimmin'-hole" and 'Leven More Poems copyrighted by James Whitcomb Riley.



Estimate: $150.00 - $300.00
Realized: $0

"The Old Swimmin'-hole" and 'Leven More Poems copyrighted by James Whitcomb Riley. James Witcomb Riley's first published book. Soft cover, by Benj. F. Johnson, (pseudomyn of Riley) of Boone. Publ.: Indianapolis, IND.: George C. Hitt & Co., 1883. Paper cover chipped, rest of book very good. Envelope with 1915 postmark included. 6 3/8" x 4 3/8". Partial dust jacket.