Thomas Dixon Jr. Autographs, Memorabilia & Collectibles
THOMAS DIXON JR.
Born: January 11, 1864 in Shelby, North Carolina
Died: April 03, 1946 in Raleigh, North Carolina
Biography
Thomas Frederick Dixon Jr. (January 11, 1864 – April 3, 1946) was an American author, playwright, and politician, whose works have played a significant role in shaping historical perceptions of the American South. Dixon was born in Shelby, North Carolina, and was a graduate of Wake Forest College and Johns Hopkins University.
As a writer, Dixon gained notoriety for his controversial portrayal of race relations and Reconstruction in his "Trilogy of Reconstruction" novels: "The Leopard's Spots" (1902), "The Clansman" (1905), and "The Traitor" (1907). Dixon's narratives reinforced negative stereotypes about African Americans and glorified the Ku Klux Klan. Notably, "The Clansman" served as the basis for D.W. Griffith's landmark but deeply controversial film, "The Birth of a Nation" (1915).
As a writer, Dixon gained notoriety for his controversial portrayal of race relations and Reconstruction in his "Trilogy of Reconstruction" novels: "The Leopard's Spots" (1902), "The Clansman" (1905), and "The Traitor" (1907). Dixon's narratives reinforced negative stereotypes about African Americans and glorified the Ku Klux Klan. Notably, "The Clansman" served as the basis for D.W. Griffith's landmark but deeply controversial film, "The Birth of a Nation" (1915).
1937-Nation-Aflame (Writer), 1924-Great-Diamond-Mystery (Writer), 1921-Bring-Him-In (Writer), 1921-Wing-Toy (Writer), 1915-The-Birth-of-a-Nation (Writer), 1913-Poison-Ivy (Performer), 1912-A-Freight-Train-Drama (Performer), 1926-The-Gentle-Cyclone (Writer), 1924-The-Brass-Bowl (Writer), 1921-Where-Men-Are-Men (Writer), 1925-The-Trail-Rider (Writer), 1923-Mark-of-the-Beast (Writer), 1918-The-One-Woman (Writer), 1916-The-Fall-of-a-Nation (Writer), 1923-Mark-of-the-Beast (Director), 1916-The-Fall-of-a-Nation (Director), 1925-The-Champion-of-Lost-Causes (Writer), 1924-The-Painted-Lady (Writer), 1924-The-Foolish-Virgin (Writer), 1922-Thelma (Writer), 1919-Bolshevism-on-Trial (Writer), 1916-The-Foolish-Virgin (Writer), 1913-Pauline-Cushman,-the-Federal-Spy (Performer), 1912-Two-Gay-Dogs (Performer)
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THOMAS DIXON JR. - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 04/23/1903 - HFSID 297067Autograph Letter signed: "Thomas Dixon, Jr.", written on personal letterhead in 1903. Dixon declines a speaking engagement while discussing his upcoming novel The Leopard's Spots, expressing his need to finish it before traveling to Europe.Price: $540.00
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THOMAS DIXON JR. - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 01/08/1932 - HFSID 31846Letter signed "Thomas Dixon." Typed on personalized stationery in 1932, it discusses his forthcoming book, The Inside Story of the Harding Tragedy, and is sent to gossip columnist Louis Sobol. Accompanied by Sobol's typed response.
Sale Price $295.00
$360.00
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THOMAS DIXON JR. - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 01/11/1932 - HFSID 31848Typed letter signed "Thomas Dixon." Written in New York in 1932, it is addressed to gossip columnist Louis Sobol, inquiring about checks signed by Ned McLean. Accompanied by Sobol's typed response, both letters reference Dixon's book The Inside Story of the Harding Tragedy.
Sale Price $295.00
$360.00
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THOMAS DIXON JR. - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 01/13/1932 - HFSID 31847Typed letter signed by Thomas Dixon, dated January 13, 1932, on personalized stationery. Addressing gossip columnist Louis Sobol, it discusses allegations regarding President Warren G. Harding and references Dixon's book The Inside Story of the Harding Tragedy.
Price: $360.00
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THOMAS DIXON JR. - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 02/03/1937 - HFSID 85475Typed letter signed "T.D." from Thomas Dixon, dated February 3, 1937, discussing a friend's potential resignation due to mental decline. Letter includes personal remarks and reflects Dixon's views on political matters. Signature is lightly smeared but legible.
Price: $360.00
