At the Earth's Core [SIGNED TO HIS SON, JOHN COLEMAN BURROUGHS]

(Fantasy) BURROUGHS, Edgar Rice

Chicago, IL: A.C. McClurg & Co., 1922. First Edition, First Printing. Hardcover. 5 X 7 5/8 Inches. 277 PP [279-282 ads]. Good. Item #8809

Original first printing of the first book in his series about the fictional "hollow earth" land of Pellucidar. TRUE FIRST PRINTING FROM MCCLURG, WITH A VERY SCARE ORIGINAL COMPLIMENTARY COPY SLIP. Signed, "To / John Coleman Burroughs / with much love / from / Papa - Edgar Rice Burroughs / Tarzana Ranch / Aug 6, 1922" directly on the FFEP. The book includes a letter detailing the provenance of the book signed by Linda Burroughs, the wife of Danton Burroughs (John Coleman's son). Original grey cloth binding with "McClurg" slug on spine as called for. A few loose pages and a torn corner to rear flyleaf. In addition to the McClurg slip and the letter from Linda Burroughs the book also includes the original library bookmark from Danton Burroughs own library. Housed in a facsimile DJ. While this book does have some condition issues as described, it is complete and is quite possibly the finest association ever offered for sale.

Edgar Rice Burroughs, the legendary creator of Tarzan and John Carter of Mars, shared more than a familial bond with his son John Coleman Burroughs; their relationship was deeply intertwined with creative collaboration and mutual respect. As Edgar’s literary empire grew, John—an accomplished artist in his own right—became instrumental in visually shaping his father’s imaginative worlds. Beginning in the 1930s, John illustrated many of Edgar's later publications, breathing life into iconic characters and scenes with a visual style that complemented his father's adventurous prose. Beyond the pages, their partnership symbolized a generational bridge, with Edgar’s vivid storytelling and John’s striking illustrations merging to create a legacy that spanned both literature and art. Their relationship was not merely that of father and son, but of two artists whose visions converged to captivate readers across generations.

Price: $3,000.00