Headpieces by Valenti Angelo from linocuts. (8vo), original blue cloth, lettered and illustrated in red, dust jacket. First Edition.
Rare first edition of Fante's short story collection. Fante's work received more attention in the 80's after Bukowki acknowledged that he had an influence on his writing. Soon Fante's work was published by Black Sparrow Press ("Ask the Dust," and "Wait Until Spring Bandini"). Valenti Angelo was an apt choice as designer and illustrator.