Two volume set of books from Mark Twain’s library, sold by his daughter in 1951, each containing the well-known bookplate from the sale. Books are: Heroines of Fiction by W. D. Howells, Volumes I and II, Harper & Brothers, New York and London: first edition, 238/273 pages, 5.5 x 8.5 green cloth hardcovers with gilt titles. Each volume bears the bookplate, “From the Library of Samuel L. Clemens, sold by his daughter Clara Clemens, Los Angeles, April 10-14, 1951,” on the inside front cover and signed “Olivia L. Clemens, Riverdale, Oct. 1901,” in the hand of Samuel Clemens. In fine condition, with scattered light wear to covers and a mild shade of toning to pages. COA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.
