You Can't Win, Jack Black. First Edition, Third Printing.

Description: You Can't Win, Jack Black First edition, third printing of this important autobiography by professional burglar and hobo, Jack Black. The book, which describes his days on the road and life as an outlaw, was written as an anti-crime book urging criminals to go straight, but it is also his statement of belief in the futility of prisons and the criminal justice system, hence the title of the book. You Can't Win would prove influential to the Beats and in particular William S. Burroughs, who would later write the forward to the 1988 reprint. New York: The Macmillan Company, 1926. Original red cloth with gilt spine lettering; pp. xi, [3], 394. A good copy. Binding sturdy with a slight forward lean. Light shelfwear to boards with scattered light stains. Offsetting to endpapers with erased owner's details to flyleaf, a handful of chips and thumb smudges to pages, else clean. Protected in a removable archival sleeve. Based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, The Rare Book Sleuth is a rare and antiquarian book dealer specializing in modern first editions, signed copies and notable rarities. As a proud member of the ABAA, the Rare Book Sleuth adheres to the highest standards of professionalism in the field. Terms PayPal and credit cards are accepted. All items are shipped within 3 business days, fully insured via USPS. Expedited and international shipping is also available. All books are guaranteed as described and returnable for any reason within 30 days.

Price: 350 USD

Location: Saint Paul, Minnesota

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