Jovanovich, William — Now, Barrabas

New York, Harcourt, Brace & World, 1960. First Edition Thus. Hardcover. Size: 16mo 6" - 7" tall. Uber-scarce in the trade, being signed by the author William Jovanovich at first free endpaper, inscribed to Ed Barlow, "A thinking man." Published in First Edition state as a Christmas complimentary to the customers of Harcourt, Brace & World, a sharp little essay about publishing, writing, reading, and learning, practicality, wit, and how to develop a vigorous style. Patterned black-and-white diamond paper over boards, red cloth-backed, gilt lettering to spine. 23 pp.Member, I.O.B.A., C.B.A., and adherent to the highest ethical standards. . Signed by Author. . Fine