Handy, W.C. (1873-1958). "Father Of The Blues" Signed First Edition. New York: The Macmillan Company. 1941. Second Printing.
Hardcover. 8vo. 317 pp. with frontis portrait of Handy opposite title. Signed and inscribed in blue ink by Handy to lyricist Sidney B. Holcomb of Chanute, Kansas on the front free end paper, "To Sidney Holcomb / with appreciation for his / talent for writing the songs/ that bring so much happiness. / W. C. Handy / 2-27-1942" in blue ink. Holcomb's ownership signature to the inside front board, no dust jacket, boards rather worn, else fine.
Handy, W.C. (1873-1958). "Father Of The Blues" Signed First Edition. New York: The Macmillan Company. 1941. Second Printing.
Hardcover. 8vo. 317 pp. with frontis portrait of Handy opposite title. Signed and inscribed in blue ink by Handy to lyricist Sidney B. Holcomb of Chanute, Kansas on the front free end paper, "To Sidney Holcomb / with appreciation for his / talent for writing the songs/ that bring so much happiness. / W. C. Handy / 2-27-1942" in blue ink. Holcomb's ownership signature to the inside front board, no dust jacket, boards rather worn, else fine.