A Queer Kind of Death
Boston [c. 1966]. 179pp. 4to.
Item #8474
Published in 1966, A Queer Kind of Death by George Baxt is widely recognized as a landmark in the mystery genre for its groundbreaking representation of LGBTQ+ and Black characters. The novel was critically acclaimed for its honest portrayal of LGBTQ characters and situations. This is the author's working carbon copy, annotated by him throughout. Inscribed by Baxt on the title-leaf to Otto Penzler: "Dear Otto!/the best + many/thanks to you and/Caroline-/George Baxt/This is my working/copy - top copy at/Boston University - /GB". Additionally, Baxt has crossed out the original title ( Dead Cat) and has hand-printed the final title, and has written "Final/title!!" beneath it.
Text on rectos only. The first few and final few leaves have marginal chipping and short tears, paper-clip markings on the title-leaf. Some occasional creasing and thumb-soiling. Housed in a lightly worn custom chemise and slipcase.
Price: $2,000.00