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Lot #518
J. G. Ballard Autograph Letter Signed

"I'm halfway through a new novel at present"

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"I'm halfway through a new novel at present"

English writer (1930-2009) who became associated with the New Wave of science fiction for his post-apocalyptic novels and experimental short stories. ALS, one page both sides, 8 x 10, personal letterhead, February 26, 1983. Handwritten letter to Mr. Robertson, in part: "Many thanks for the copy of Firebird 2, which I look forward reading…I'm halfway through a new novel at present, so I'm afraid won't be able to produce anything new by April. I don't know whether you're interested in already published material—in magazine though not in book form. There's a story by me—'Memoirs of the Space Age' which came out last year…and one recently in City Limits—'Report on an Unidentified Space Station.' I'm afraid I haven't spare copies of either." In fine condition. The half-finished novel referenced was likely Empire of the Sun, published in September 1984 and shortlisted for the Booker Prize.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Fine Autograph and Artifacts Featuring Gangsters, Outlaws & Lawmen
  • Dates: #656 - Ended January 11, 2023





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