Novelist who based his stories on the adventures he encountered as a prospector, hobo, pirate, gentleman farmer, reformer, and war correspondent. A troubled, but gifted writer he was addicted to alcohol and drugs but, in his day, he was the highest-paid writer in America. TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11, personal letterhead, November 3, 1911. Letter to a potential publisher regarding London’s short stories. In part, “As I understand, you want short stories of mine which have been published in book form. Please find as per inclosed list eleven collections of short stories which could be chosen from. The rights in these stories have not reverted to me; but if you will say what you feel willing to pay, I will go ahead and see if I can arrange with the publishers.” Boldly signed at the conclusion in black ink by London, who makes one small edit to the text as well. In fine condition, with usual mailing folds, a couple slight pencil notations and a staple hole to top left. R&R COA.
