Happy Birthday William S. Burroughs

William S. Burroughs Autographed Postcard with Handwritten Junky Quote

Today marks the birthday of William S. Burroughs (1914-1997), primary figure of the Beat Generation and a major postmodernist author. Burroughs is best known for his novels Junky, Naked Lunch, and the cut-up works in his Nova Trilogy. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this interesting 4 x 6 postcard photo of Burroughs walking in New York, signed in black ballpoint at the bottom by the author, with an AQS on the reverse, “‘Junk is a way of life’ (or can become so when made difficult and experience of occurs.” In fine condition. Includes RRAuction COA. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday T. S. Eliot

Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats Autographed by Edward Gorey

Happy birthday to author T. S. Eliot (1888-1965), best known for such works as The Waste Land (1922), Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats (1939), and Four Quartets (1936-1942). He was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1948, "for his outstanding, pioneer contribution to present-day poetry." Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this edition of Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats hand-signed by illustrator Edward Gorey. Eliot’s famous collection of nonsense verse about cats served as the inspiration for the Andrew Lloyd Webber musical Cats. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Ric Ocasek

Lyrics & Prose Book Hand-Signed by Ric Ocasek

Happy birthday to Ric Ocasek, best known as best known as singer, rhythm guitarist and songwriter for the rock band, The Cars. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this hand-signed First Edition hardcover copy of his book In Lyrics & Prose. Included throughout are Ocasek’s early handwritten notes and set lists, doodles and all. His work spans from The Cars’ self titled debut album in 1978 to Move Like This, released in 2011, as well as Ocasek’s six solo albums. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday William S. Burroughs

William S. Burroughs Autographed Postcard with Handwritten Junky Quote

Today marks the birthday of William S. Burroughs (1914-1997), primary figure of the Beat Generation and a major postmodernist author. Burroughs is best known for his novels Junky, Naked Lunch, and the cut-up works in his Nova Trilogy. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this interesting 4 x 6 postcard photo of Burroughs walking in New York, signed in black ballpoint at the bottom by the author, with an AQS on the reverse, “‘Junk is a way of life’ (or can become so when made difficult and experience of occurs.” In fine condition. Includes RRAuction COA. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Farewell to Rod McKuen

Rod McKuen Hand-Signed Photo

Farewell to the best-selling poet, songwriter, composer, and singer Rod McKuen (1933 - 2015) who passed away yesterday after a lengthy illness. His career began with the 1959 novelty single "The Mummy" and eventually earned him two Oscar nominations and one Pulitzer nomination. His thirty books of poetry have sold millions of copies. This 8 x 10 inch black and white photograph was hand-signed in person by McKuen at the Hollywood Show convention in 2010.  Crisp clear signature on a mint glossy photograph. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Shel Silverstein - Original Draft of A Light in the Attic

A Light in the Attic Original Draft Manuscript Handwritten and Illustrated by Shel Silverstein

Today marks the birthday of Shel Silverstein (1930 - 1999), the remarkable poet, singer-songwriter, cartoonist, and author. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is his original handwritten and illustrated draft of one of his most famous poems, “A Light in the Attic.” In addition to various changes and corrections, Silverstein added a few lines to the left of the poem, as well as a cryptic series of capital letters down the left side. This one-of-a-kind manuscript lends tremendous insight into his process as an artist and poet, a truly remarkable piece. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La plus third party COA.

Remembering Charles Bukowski - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Charles Bukowski Print Hand-Signed by Robert Crumb

Today marks the birthday of poet, novelist and short story writer Charles Bukowski (1920-1994), perhaps best known for Barfly (1987), the semi-autobiographical film written by Bukowski starring Mickey Rourke. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this illustrated print of Bukowski by comic artist R. Crumb with a quote from their collaboration, The Captain Is Out to Lunch and the Sailors Have Taken Over the Ship. On fine art paper measuring 11.5 x 14.5 inches. Signed in pencil by R. Crumb. In Excellent condition. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.