Re: interesting salinger corrrespondence

hey, maybe if everyone pitches in $20 we can all pool together and buy this
book? :)

Jim

Kim Johnson wrote:

> also on abebooks.com: SALINGER, J.D. Franny and Zooey
> Boston: Little, Brown, 1961 First Edition. An
> extraordinary presentation copy, inscribed by the
> author in the month of publication, "To Swami
> Atmaghanananda, Old pilgrim and true friend. How much
> his friendship means to me. Jerry Salinger. 7/29/61."
> John Moffitt, Jr., known as Swami Atmaghanananda. was
> a novice and monk from 1932-1963, when he converted to
> Roman Catholicism. As a Hindu, he contributed poetry
> to various magazines, including The New Yorker. He
> corresponded with Salinger from 1953 to 1965, and the
> two discussed spirituality and its relationship to
> literature. Some spotting; very good in dust jacket.
> The reclusive Salinger's presentation copies are of
> great rarity. Of the few we have had, this one is
> notable for its simple and genuine statement of warmth
> and affection. Bookseller Inventory # 14775
> Price: US$ 75000.00 convert currency
> Presented by Peter L. Stern & Co., Inc., A.B.A.A.,
> Boston, MA, U.S.A
>
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