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Signed book: Junkie by William S. Burroughs (writing under the pseudonym William Lee, using his mother's maiden name). First edition, bound as an 'Ace Double' with Narcotic Agent by Maurice Helbrant. NY: Ace Books, Inc., 1953. Paperback, 4.25 x 6.5, 318 total pages. Signed and inscribed on the title page in blue felt tip, "For Tony Glover, all the best, William S. Burroughs, for William Lee, March 21, 1981." Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: VG/None, with edgewear and minor creasing to wrappers. As Burroughs' first published work, this is a rare and sought-after edition in its own right, made all the more desirable by its unique double-signature with inscription to Tony Glover.
From the Tony Glover Collection.
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