Davy Crockett's Own Story 1955 Citadel Press 1st Edition Hardcover Autobiography

Citadel Press Davy Crockett's Own Story: The Autobiography of America's Great Folk Hero 1955 Hardcover, First Edition This 1955 Citadel Press edition of Davy Crockett's Own Story presents the definitive autobiography of the legendary American frontiersman. Compiled from three 1830s accounts, it captures his life as a soldier and congressman. This volume is particularly collectible due to illustrations by Milton Glaser and endpaper designs by Seymour Chwast, making it a significant piece of mid-century book design. • Hardcover biography with original dust jacket • Illustrations by Milton Glaser; wood-cut designs by Seymour Chwast • Published by The Citadel Press, New York, 1955 • Approximately 8.5 x 5.75 inches Condition: Dust jacket shows surface rubbing, light staining on the front and spine, and minor shelf wear to the edges. Interior pages are clean, crisp, and free of markings or inscriptions. Binding is tight and secure. Cloth boards are well-preserved under the jacket with sharp corners.