1925 An American Tragedy Theodore Dreiser 1st Edition 1st Printing 2 Vol Set

An American Tragedy (Complete 2-Volume Set)  Theodore Dreiser  Boni & Liveright, New York  Publication Date: MCMXXV (1925)  Edition: True First Edition, First Printing (Confirmed by Copyright 1925 with no subsequent printing dates noted).   HISTORICAL PROVENANCE & UNIQUE EPHEMERA   This incredible set is a living piece of literary history. The interior of Volume 1 features an original vintage bookseller sticker from the legendary Brentano's Bookstore in Washington D.C. (famed as the Bookstore of the Presidents).  Additionally, the original 1925 owner neatly tipped in a rare, original newspaper book review dated SUNDAY, DECEMBER 27, 1925—just weeks after the novel's debut. The review details the grueling, chaotic publication process, making this a spectacular, unrepeatable copy for collectors of American literature and 1920s ephemera.   Binding: Original blackish-blue cloth covers featuring Dreiser's gold gilt TD monogram. Both volumes are structurally sound.   Binding: Original blackish-blue cloth covers featuring Dreiser's gold gilt TD monogram. Both volumes are structurally sound with firm hinges and solid text blocks.   Spines: Vol 1 spine text is naturally faded/clouded due to age; Vol 2 spine text remains bright and easily readable. Minor shelf softening to spine ends.   Covers: Vol 2 cover is very clean. Vol 1 cover exhibits some cosmetic white surface staining/mottling on the front cloth near the upper left quadrant (see photos).    .