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Lot #648
Truman Capote

Very early Capote handwritten poem: “Pussy”

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Very early Capote handwritten poem: “Pussy”

Writer of many plays, books, and screenplays including Breakfast at Tiffany’s, In Cold Blood, and Laura. Original hand written Truman Capote poem, entitled Pussy, on both sides of an 8 x 10 lined sheet of paper. Capote pens four four line stanzas. In part, “Pussy willow, pussy cat, pussy just like that, A plain fuzzy little cat whose home is simply scat. She was public enemy to a fat and juicy little rat.” Accompanied by a hand addressed mailing envelope, addressed in Capote’s hand to Miss Triton, Rug Department, Lord & Taylor,” and signed on the reverse “Truman Capote.” In fine condition. R&R COA.

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