Erskine Caldwell Autographs, Memorabilia & Collectibles
ERSKINE CALDWELL
Born: December 17, 1903 in Coweta County, Georgia
Died: April 11, 1987 in Paradise Valley, Arizona
Biography
The writer of 25 novels, 150 short stories and 12 non-fiction books, Erskine Caldwell (1903-1987) is best known for his depictions of poverty stricken blacks and whites in the South. His 1932 novel Tobacco Road (1932) became a long-running Broadway play and God's Little Acre (1933) sold over 14 million copies; both were made into feature films. In all, the prolific author sold some 80 million copies of his works in 43 languages.
1983-Le-batard (Writer), 2005-Certain-Women (Writer), 1957-Der-Sheriff (Writer), 1949-Actor's-Studio (Writer), 1950-Volcano (Writer), 1937-The-People-of-the-Cumberland (Writer), 1959-Schlitz-Playhouse (Writer), 1942-A-Nation-Dances (Performer), 1961-Claudelle-Inglish (Writer), 1958-God's-Little-Acre (Writer), 2004-The-Sure-Hand-of-God (Writer), 1941-Tobacco-Road (Writer)
Style
-
ERSKINE CALDWELL - AUTOGRAPH - HFSID 1305Card signed by Erskine Caldwell in black ink, reading Erskine Caldwell. Caldwell, known for works like Tobacco Road and God's Little Acre, authored 25 novels and sold approximately 80 million copies in 43 languages.Price: $160.00
-
ERSKINE CALDWELL - AUTOGRAPH - HFSID 179714Memorandum paper signed by Erskine Caldwell. The author’s signature is written as "Erskine Caldwell." Caldwell, known for works like Tobacco Road and God's Little Acre, published numerous novels and stories addressing social issues.
Sale Price $150.00
$180.00
-
ERSKINE CALDWELL - AUTOGRAPH - HFSID 293662Erskine Caldwell signature is penned in black ink on an 8.5x11 page, affixed with a magazine photograph of Caldwell and his wife swimming. The photo, from Life magazine, dates to 1945, and the item comes from Ralph Errington Ward's private collection.
Price: $180.00
-
ERSKINE CALDWELL - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 179713Photograph inscribed by Erskine Caldwell with the text, “To/Womans/Crisis/Shelter/Erskine Caldwell.” Known for his literary works depicting poverty, Caldwell authored numerous novels including Tobacco Road and God's Little Acre.
Price: $320.00
-
ERSKINE CALDWELL - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED CHECK - HFSID 270832Check signed by Erskine Caldwell on January 5, 1937, payable to Alma P. Butler for $4.00. Matted with a reproduction photograph and information about Caldwell's works, including Tobacco Road. Contains cancellation holes but remains in seemingly fine condition.
Price: $400.00
-
ERSKINE CALDWELL - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED CHECK 01/07/1937 - HFSID 252221Check signed by Erskine Caldwell, dated January 7, 1937, for $4.75, payable to Narcross Motor Sales. Issued from the First National Granite Bank in Augusta, Maine, it features cancellation holes and light show through, not affecting the signature.
Price: $400.00
-
ERSKINE CALDWELL - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED CHECK 01/18/1937 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 176080Check signed by Erskine Caldwell for $4.30, payable to Alma P. Butler, dated January 18, 1937, from Augusta, Maine. Endorsed on verso by Alma P. Butler. Drawn on the First National Granite Bank, check number 20.
Price: $500.00
-
ERSKINE CALDWELL - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED CHECK 03/31/1933 - HFSID 285442Check signed by Erskine Caldwell, dated March 31, 1933, for $2.00 payable to the New York Times Book Review. Entirely filled out by Caldwell, the check reflects his engagement with literary criticism during the controversy surrounding his novel God's Little Acre.
Price: $400.00
-
ERSKINE CALDWELL - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 281144Photograph signed "Erskine Caldwell" in blue ink, depicting the American author seated in a suit. A Post It Note with black ink notations is affixed on the verso. Caldwell is known for works like Tobacco Road and God's Little Acre.
Price: $320.00
-
ERSKINE CALDWELL - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 224282Photograph of Erskine Caldwell shows him looking over a valley, signed with the inscription, “Erskine Caldwell.” Caldwell, a prolific author known for his works depicting Southern poverty, published significant essays and novels, including Moscow Under Fire and All Night Long.
Sale Price $245.00
$300.00
-
ERSKINE CALDWELL - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 18470Publicity photograph signed with the inscription, “Erskine Caldwell.” Known for his works depicting poverty in the South, Caldwell authored notable titles such as Tobacco Road and God's Little Acre, selling around 80 million copies worldwide.
Price: $320.00
-
ERSKINE CALDWELL - CURRENCY SIGNED - HFSID 226374Russian one ruble note signed by Erskine Caldwell as "E. Caldwell." Caldwell, a notable author, visited Russia in 1941 during World War II and published works such as Moscow Under Fire and All Night Long based on his experiences.
Price: $280.00
-
ERSKINE CALDWELL - DOCUMENT SIGNED CIRCA 1962 - HFSID 222224Card signed by Erskine Caldwell contains his change of address. Caldwell, known for works like Tobacco Road and God's Little Acre, authored numerous novels and essays, selling approximately 80 million copies worldwide.
Price: $200.00
-
ERSKINE CALDWELL - FIRST DAY COVER SIGNED - HFSID 13303First Day Cover signed by Erskine Caldwell, honoring John Steinbeck with a 15-cent stamp affixed and postmarked Salinas, California, on February 27, 1979, marking the first day of issue. Caldwell is known for his impactful literary works.
Sale Price $135.00
$160.00
-
ERSKINE CALDWELL - FIRST DAY COVER SIGNED - HFSID 179711First Day Cover signed by Erskine Caldwell, honoring the 100th anniversary of West Virginia's statehood. Postmarked Wheeling, West Virginia, June 20, 1963, with four 5-cent stamps affixed. Caldwell is known for his literary works depicting poverty in the South.
Price: $160.00
-
ERSKINE CALDWELL - FIRST DAY COVER SIGNED WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 65893First day cover signed by Erskine Caldwell, Edward Albee, Isaac Asimov, Alex Haley, Leon Uris, and Robert Penn Warren in various inks, postmarked January 11, 1986, honoring writer Jack London with a 25¢ stamp.
Price: $1,000.00
-
ERSKINE CALDWELL - FIRST DAY COVER SIGNED WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 65892First day cover signed by seven authors, including Erskine Caldwell, Edward Albee, Isaac Asimov, Alex Haley, Stephen King, Leon Uris, and Robert Penn Warren, postmarked January 11, 1986, honoring Jack London.
Price: $1,400.00
-
ERSKINE CALDWELL - INSCRIBED PRINTED PHOTOGRAPH SIGNED IN INK - HFSID 273120Publicity photograph for Erskine Caldwell's PBS appearance discussing his book Annette. Inscribed and signed in ink: "To: Sy Carl Sussman/Erskine Caldwell". Captioned with details about the show and host, Robert Cromis.
Sale Price $215.00
$260.00
-
ERSKINE CALDWELL - INSCRIBED TYPED LYRIC(S) MULTI SIGNED 03/10/1967 - HFSID 283900Typed draft of lyrics for the film version of God's Little Acre, signed and inscribed by Erskine Caldwell on the cover letter and two lyric pages. The document includes handwritten corrections, detailing Caldwell's involvement in the film's music by Elmer Bernstein.
Price: $900.00
-
ERSKINE CALDWELL - TYPED LETTER SIGNED - HFSID 179715Typed letter signed by Erskine Caldwell dated April 10, 1978, encourages the Women's Crisis Shelter in Las Vegas, Nevada. The letter expresses hope for women seeking assistance and highlights Caldwell's literary contributions, including Tobacco Road and God's Little Acre.
Sale Price $215.00
$260.00
-
ERSKINE CALDWELL - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 02/03/1942 - HFSID 190128Typed letter signed by Erskine Caldwell, dated February 3, 1942, on personal letterhead, expressing interest in reading an upcoming book. The letter includes the text, "You can bet your life I want to see the book, and I shall look forward to reading it. Just ship it along when it is ready."
Sale Price $215.00
$260.00
-
ERSKINE CALDWELL - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 05/14/1982 - HFSID 319998Typed letter signed by Erskine Caldwell, dated May 14, 1982, discusses his manuscript A Year of Living and potential publishing options. Addressed to Vearl Moody, it outlines details about the book and mentions the possibility of an autographed edition.
Price: $260.00
-
ERSKINE CALDWELL - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 07/12/1979 - HFSID 18471Typed letter signed by Erskine Caldwell, dated July 12, 1979, addressed to Maria Sanzaro. Written on his personal "Scratch Pad", the letter expresses regret for not having valuable items to send and includes a humorous illustration.
Sale Price $215.00
$260.00
-
ERSKINE CALDWELL - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 12/24/1977 - HFSID 226373Typed letter signed by Erskine Caldwell, dated December 24, 1977, sent to Selwyn Gamble. Caldwell mentions not sending a Christmas card but enclosing a USSR ruble for evaluation, and provides book publication details for Tobacco Road.
Price: $260.00
-
ERSKINE CALDWELL - TYPESCRIPT SIGNED - HFSID 180184Typescript signed by Erskine Caldwell, featuring the opening excerpt of Tobacco Road, a 1932 novel that became a Broadway play. Caldwell, known for his depictions of poverty in the South, authored numerous bestsellers and sold around 80 million copies worldwide.
Price: $260.00
-
ERSKINE CALDWELL - TYPESCRIPT SIGNED - HFSID 29900Typescript signed by Erskine Caldwell includes the opening lines of God's Little Acre. Caldwell, known for his works highlighting poverty in the South, authored numerous novels and short stories, achieving significant commercial success.
Sale Price $215.00
$260.00
-
ERSKINE CALDWELL - TYPESCRIPT SIGNED - HFSID 32819Typescript signed by Erskine Caldwell contains the complete text of his short story, "The Cold Winter". Headed as "1/The Cold Winter," it was published in Story on December 29, 1934, and included in Kneel to the Rising Sun: And Other Stories (1935).
Sale Price $215.00
$260.00
-
ERSKINE CALDWELL - TYPESCRIPT SIGNED - HFSID 265618Typescript signed by Erskine Caldwell from The Weather Shelter (1969), containing an excerpt. Caldwell, known for his portrayals of poverty in the South, authored numerous works including Tobacco Road and God's Little Acre.
Price: $260.00
