Autographed First Edition Book: Hand-Signed by Zane Grey (Tappan's Burro)
This entry showcases an authentic, primary-source piece of American Western literature, publishing history, and vintage book collecting: an original 1923 First Edition hardcover copy of Tappan's Burro and Other Stories, hand-signed on an interior page in vintage fountain pen by legendary Western author Zane Grey.
Pearl Zane Grey stands as one of America's most influential and iconic writers, virtually creating the modern Western literary genre. Authoring over 90 books—including timeless literary classics such as Riders of the Purple Sage, The Lone Star Ranger, and The Nevada—Grey sold over 40 million books worldwide, inspiring more than 100 film adaptations and defining the romance, adventure, and mythology of the American West.
Published in 1923 by Harper & Brothers Publishers, Tappan's Burro and Other Stories represents one of Grey's celebrated short story collections, complete with original color illustrations by Charles S. Chapman and Frank Street. The copyright page explicitly confirms its coveted true First Edition status featuring Harper's period key codes (I-X).
The original black textured cloth binding features stamped gilt lettering alongside a paste-down color illustration on the front cover. Rendered cleanly across an interior flyleaf page, Zane Grey has penned a bold, elegant signature in vintage purple fountain pen ink ("Zane Grey").
The autographed book comes fully verified with an official Grad Authentication Letter of Verification (Certificate Number: GA-07241), signed by former lead authenticator for PSA/DNA and Beckett Authentication, Steve Grad. Exhibiting authentic age-appropriate shelf wear, spine cloth fraying, and page toning consistent with an century-old vintage volume, this signed First Edition serves as an ultimate centerpiece for Western literature archivists, rare book collectors, and Zane Grey enthusiasts.
Book & Publication Specifications
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TRUE 1923 HARPER FIRST EDITION: Official Harper & Brothers Publishers 1st Edition featuring stated copyright date 1923 and correct "I-X" publisher codes.
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ORIGINAL ILLUSTRATED HARDCOVER BINDING: Bound in original dark cloth with gilt title lettering and paste-down cover art illustration.
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AUTHENTIC VINTAGE CONDITION: Shows genuine historical patina, spine shelf wear, and age-toning typical of 1920s first editions.
Autograph Specifications & Provenance
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HAND-SIGNED BY ZANE GREY: Authentically autographed in fountain pen on the preliminary leaf by Western icon Zane Grey ("Zane Grey").
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GRAD AUTHENTICATION LETTER OF VERIFICATION: Fully verified and certified by autograph expert Steve Grad (Certificate Number: GA-07241).
