One of the 20th century’s most famous American writers. From his experience in the Spanish Civil War came his great novel, For Whom the Bell Tolls. He was awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1954 and guaranteed his renown by committing suicide in 1961. Check, 6.5 x 2.75, boldly filled out and signed by Hemingway, “Ernest Hemingway,” payable to Cash for $50.00, February 29, 1936. Endorsed on the reverse by Hemingway’s second wife Pauline. Usual bank stamps and cancellation holes touching Hemingway’s bold signature, and brushing to conclusion of Pauline’s signature, otherwise fine condition. Auction LOA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.
