Number 30664 By Number 31539. A Sketch In The Lives Of William Sidney Porter (O. Henry) And Al Jennings, The Bandit

AL JENNINGS

Other works by AL JENNINGS

Publication: The Pioneer Press, 1941, Hollywood

First edition. 8vo. Inscribed by Al Jennings, "To Almarie Harriss with an old bandit's love. Al Jennings." Grey printed wrappers, 32 pp., frontis., foreword, introduction, illustrated, plates, portraits. A story of the prison life of O. Henry and Al Jennings. A firsthand account of Jennings' interactions with William Sidney Porter, better known as O. Henry, during their time in the Ohio State Penitentiary. During their incarceration, the two men formed a friendship, with Jennings recounting their shared experiences and discussing Porter's transformation into the famed short story writer O. Henry. The booklet provides insights into their lives within the prison system and reflects on the events that led to their respective notoriety. A rare piece of Western Americana, offering a unique perspective on the lives of two individuals who played significant roles in American history. Six Guns 1171 says, "Rare." Lightly soiled on the rear panel, and two small spots on front cover, else a fine, bright copy. Housed in a two-tone cloth clamshell case with gold stamping on the spine.

Inventory Number: 23585