American writer (1900–1938) whose four novels take a place among the central works of twentieth-century literature. Signed book: Of Time and the River. First edition, later printing. NY: Charles Scribner’s Sons, 1935. Hardcover with dustjacket, 6 x 8.5, 912 pages. Signed and inscribed on the front free end page, “For Elaine Clouse, Sincerely, Thomas Wolfe, June 13, 1938.” The consignor notes that Clouse was a Portland schoolteacher and avid admirer of Wolfe’s. The writer had departed New York City in late May 1938, arriving in Portland on June 7 and beginning an auto tour of national parks on June 20th. He passed away on September 15. In fine condition, with a touch of edge wear and a few small tears to jacket, and subtle, even toning to interior. R&R COA.
