At Random: the Reminiscences of Bennett Cerf - 1st Edition/1st Printing

New York: Random House. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1977. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0394478770 . First edition/first printing in Near Fine condition, lightly sunned edges in alike dust-jacket, with little edge wear. From the collection of Betty Anderson, legendary art director of publisher Knopf in the late 20th century as evidenced by her (small and unobtrusive) inventory number and signature on front paste down; Random House’s co-founder, Bennett Cerf, shares his reminiscences of a time when publishing was a creative, entrepreneurial experience, and the book business was in its infancy. Cerf tells stories of his early adventures (truncated) in the book business, including his first book, a children’s book about a bird, and his landmark deal with Random House’s new publisher, Bennett Cerf and Donald Klopfer. Cerf also discusses his work with fellow Random House co-founder, Bob Weil, and their contributions to the publishing industry.; B&W Photographs; Large 8vo; FSA . (Inventory #: 20654)