Sigmund Freud by Ralph Steadman Inscribed first edition / Signed 1979

Description: Sigmund Freud by Ralph Steadman (Inscribed first edition) Author: Steadman, Ralph (illustrator) Title: Sigmund Freud by Ralph Steadman (Inscribed first edition) Publication: New York: Paddington Press Ltd, 1979 Edition: First edition Description: First printing. A Near Fine copy in Very Good + dust jacket. Inscribed across the front endpapers by the illustrator to journalist and broadcaster Reginald Bosanquet (1932 - 1984), "Mother love from Ralph Steadman to Dear Reggie 24.9.79". With an original drawing of a thought bubble from Sigmund Freud saying, "Too much sex - not enough mother love - that's his problem! Send him to me!". Quarto (12 x 10 5/16 inches; 306 x 262 mm.). 117, [1], [2, blank] pp. Profusely illustrated throughout including several full page and double-page drawings. Publisher's light gray textured paper over boards, spine lettered in dark red. Minimal toning to board edges. Publisher's pictorial dust jacket minimal toning to edges, short closed tear to head of front flap joint, some dampstaining and minor rippling to head of rear panel and rear flap (and a spot to the rear board as well).An unconventional take on life of Sigmund Freud (1856-1939) by the radical illustrator and writer Ralph Steadman. No one is better than Steadman to offer a creative biography father of psychoanalysis: He used Freud's own book The Joke and Its Relation to the Unconscious (1905) to anchor his illustrations and imaginatively probe into Freud's own subconscious. Although most famous for his collaboration with Hunter S. Thompson, Steadman was incredibly prolific, illustrating books such as Alice in Wonderland and Animal Farm, as well freelancing for Punch, Private Eye, the Daily Telegraph, The New York Times and Rolling Stone. His distinctive and uncanny use of line and ink make his pieces look like they are freshly scribbled and ready to fly off the page. This copy was inscribed to his friend Reginald Tindal Kennedy "Reggie" Bosanquet (1932-1984), a journalist and TV news anchor. The two had met at in Turret Bookshop in Kensington, London in the 1960s. Both a shop and fine press (Turret Books), its proprietor Bernard Stone was at the heart of the literary scene. "Every Saturday afternoon from the early 1960s on wards, the diminutive, genial Stone would dispense free glasses of wine to a boozy, bohemian crowd. This included not only [Michael] Horowitz, but also Alan Brownjohn, Christopher Logue, Lawrence Durrell, Alan Sillitoe and Sir John Waller" (The Guardian). Near Fine in Very Good + dust jacket. Seller ID: 6437 Subject: Illustrated Books, Philosophy and Social Thought, Signed Books Whitmore Rare Books was founded in 2010 with the aim of drawing together exceptional first editions of important literary works. Over the past several years, the shop has become a world-class destination for both seasoned collectors as well as those people newly discovering the field. WRB maintains a reputation for rigorous research and integrity, for discriminating taste, and for creating a space where collectors can interact with amazing copies of the books they love. Terms All orders ship within three business days. All items are guaranteed to be as described or they may be returned within 14 days of receipt for a full refund.This listing was created by Bibliopolis.

Price: 2500 USD

Location: Pasadena, California

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