The Nation Thief
New York: Pantheon, (1984).
Price: $125.00
Hardcover. First edition. Fine in fine dustwrapper. Inscribed to author Nicholas Delbanco and his wife: "For Nick and Elena, Who are very special people, found in a very special place. Bob. Robert Houston, Bread Loaf, 1984." A historical novel about William Walker, the notorious 19th century filibuster who attempted to set up pro-slavery republics in Central and South America. Blurbs by Edward Abbey, Tim O'Brien, and Ron Hansen.
Item #107394
ISBN: 0394509927
