signed first edition Stapled wraps
(c.1999) · Cleveleys, Blackpool (U.K.)
by King, Steve; assisted and edited by Terry Cavender
Cleveleys, Blackpool (U.K.): Lancastrian Transport Publications. Near Fine. (c.1999). First Edition. Stapled wraps. [the teensiest traces of external handling wear]. (cartoon drawings) INSCRIBED generically ("Happy Reading") and SIGNED by the author on the inside from cover. A biography of the comedy team (and married couple) Arthur Lucan and Kitty McShane, who began their careers in the English music hall, where they originally developed the character of "Old Mother Riley" (portrayed by Lucan, in drag), which went on to achieve great popularity in movies, radio, and even comic strips. Quite uncommon, and quite possibly the thickest book you'll ever see that's staple-bound. Signed by Author . (Inventory #: 28736)