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Published by Black Forest Press, San Diego, 2003
ISBN 10: 1582750807ISBN 13: 9781582750804
Seller: biblioboy, North Providence, RI, U.S.A.
Book First Edition Signed
Paperback. Condition: Fine. First Edition. San Diego: Black Forest Press. 2003. First Edition. Trade Paperback. 1582750807. This book was been inscribed and signed and dated by Sheila L. Traynum inside the front cover, and signed by Gladys M. Ruley "GrandDaughter of Ellis Ruley" on the title page. "This book is a historical account of African American folk artist Ellis Ruley, who lived in Norwich, Connecticut". Ellis Walter Ruley was an American folk artist and laborer. He began painting in the 1930s at his home in Norwich, Connecticut using house paint on cardboard and Masonite. During his lifetime, Ruley sold his paintings locally and only achieved fame posthumously in the 1990s.258 pages, bibliography. Fine. See photos. Bx298E.
Published by Black Forest Press, San Diego, CA, 2003
ISBN 10: 1582750807ISBN 13: 9781582750804
Seller: Ground Zero Books, Ltd., Silver Spring, MD, U.S.A.
Book First Edition Signed
Trade paperback. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. iv, [1], 258 p. Bibliography. An historical account of African American folk artist, Ellis Ruley, the great grandfather of the authors, in post-slavery New England from 1848 to 1959. The authors, who are sisters, have written a moving tribute to their great grandfather. Very good. Signed by author. Inscription, inside the front cover, is signed by Lindsey. Cover has slight wear, soiling, and edge curling. First edition. First edition [stated[. Presumed first printing.