Peter de Vries Autographs, Memorabilia & Collectibles
PETER DE VRIES
Born: February 27, 1910 in Chicago, Illinois
Died: September 28, 1993 in Norwalk, Connecticut
Biography
Novelist and editor Peter De Vries (1910-1993) was editor of "Poetry" magazine (1938-1944) before joining the staff of "The New Yorker" at the insistence of James Thurber. On the staff of the magazine from 1944-1987), De Vries wrote stories and touched up cartoon captions. Known for his satiric wit, he also published a number of novels between 1940-1986.
1954-New-Faces (Sound), 1958-The-Tunnel-of-Love (Writer), 1983-Reuben,-Reuben (Writer), 1974-Pete-'n'-Tillie (Writer), 1972-Pete-'n'-Tillie (Writer), 1970-How-Do-I-Love-Thee (Writer)
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PETER DE VRIES - AUTOGRAPH NOTE SIGNED 04/10/1971 - HFSID 273079Autograph note signed by Peter De Vries, dated April 10, 1971, addressed to "Dear Mr. Slotrick." Expressing a lack of photographs but offering autographed cards instead, this note coincides with the publication of his novel Into Your Tent I'll Creep.Price: $280.00
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PETER DE VRIES - FIRST DAY COVER SIGNED - HFSID 344556First Day Cover signed by Peter De Vries, commemorating the 100th anniversary of Yellowstone National Park. Postmarked on March 1, 1972, with an 8c stamp. De Vries was known for his work with Poetry and The New Yorker.
Price: $80.00
