Twain, Mark [Clemens, S. L.] MARK TWAIN'S SKETCHES, NEW AND OLD. Hartford: American Pub. Co., 1875. First edition, first state (with the story present at p. 299 along with errata slip). Original blue cloth, gilt. End papers somewhat crudely renewed, else a bright near fine copy of Twain's second collection of short fiction. BAL 3364.

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Bookseller: Mac Donnell Rare Books (US)
Bookseller's Inventory #: 19632
Title: MARK TWAIN'S SKETCHES, NEW AND OLD
Author: Twain, Mark [Clemens, S. L.]
Book Condition: Used
Binding: Hardcover
Keywords: TWAIN, MARK , CLEMENS, S L

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