Montana Premier March 4th Collector Auction
Sat, Mar 4, 2023 11:00AM EST
Lot 513
1st Ed. "Indian Why Stories" by Frank B. Linderman
Estimate: $200 - $500
Bid Increments
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| $0 | $5 |
| $50 | $10 |
| $100 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $25,000 | $2,500 |
| $100,000 | $5,000 |
For your consideration is this 1915 1st edition of "Indian Why Stories: Sparks From War Eagle's Lodge-fire" by Frank B. Linderman, illustrated by Charles M. Russell and copy-righted and published by Charles Scribner's Sons. The book is comprised of numerous Native American folklore stories including, "Why the Chipmunk's Back is Striped","Why Blackfeet Never Kill Mice", "Why the Indians Whip the Buffalo-Berries from the Bushes" and many more. The book was a renowned collaboration between Linderman and Russell who were good friends. The book shows a red cloth cover with an off-white paper pictorial cover. The cover shows an image of a Native American story teller seated in a teepee with red lettering across the cover. The book features eight (8) full sized illustrations with black and white drawings in the text. The book shows good condition with wear to the front cover and spine from its vintage age and use throughout the years. The interior pages are in good condition with no signs of tears or foxing. The book measures 8" L x 6 1/8" W x 1 1/4" D.
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