The Dharma Bums (signed by Snyder and Ginsberg)
NY: Viking Press, 1958. First Edition. Hardcover. An association copy: signed and dated by both Gary Snyder and Allen Ginsberg on the lower corner of the half-title page. Also signed by Snyder as "Japhy Ryder" on the bottom of the title page in a more flowing calligraphic style, probably on an earlier occasion. The book is a roman a clef, and Snyder is the main character, Japhy Ryder, who models Buddhist practice and eventually leads the narrator up the Matterhorn in the Eastern Sierra for a sublime experience. Ginsberg appears as "Alvah Goldbook" in the book. A near fine copy with just light bumping to spine ends and one spot of wear to lower front corner. In a very good jacket with rubbing and one half-inch tear at the top of the front panel. An iconic book and scarce signed by both Ryder and Goldbook. No copies signed by Kerouac currently on the market. Near fine / Very good. Item #1643
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