Lot 1254
Chandler, Raymond (1888-1959) American author of crime stories and novels; a major influence on modern crime fiction. Typed Letter Signed "Ray," La Jolla, California, May 29, 1953, 1p, quarto. To his agent, H.N. Swanson, regarding the magazine VERDICT's publication, without his permission, "of an old novelette of mine entitled BAY CITY BLUES, which was published in DIME DETECTIVE, June, 1938. " He discusses what action they can take and adds, "I think it's about time we had an opinion as to where I stand on these stories….I'm boiling mad because the whole deal looks to me like a piece of cold-blooded piracy." A penciled note, probably by the agent, is at the top.
Estimated Value $500 - 750.
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