Item #37118 Simon the Jester. William J. LOCKE.

Simon the Jester. New York: John Lane Company, 1910.

First Edition. James Montgomery Flagg dustjacket art and illustrations. When Simon de Gex, wealthy and successful MP, finds he has six months to live, he embarks on a quest for 'eumoiriety'. So in the matter of a few months, Simon disposes of his wealth in handouts, charities, in hefty tips etc. There's Lola the lion tamer, an eccentric dwarf 'Mr. Anastasius Papadopoulos'; Simon's young friend Dale, and Eleanor Faversham, Simon's finance. Near Fine in Very Good dustjacket, some shallow loss at spine ends.

Price: $150.00

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