Porter, Cole. (1891–1964) [Merman, Ethel. (1908–1984)]. "Music & Lyrics: Volume II," Ethel Merman's copy with Presentation letter. New York: Chappell Music Company. 195. First edition. 319 pp. Large softcover volume. Some water staining to lower portion of covers, letter and bottom of a few pages, mostly fine. With presentation letter, 10/7/75 stapled to first free endpage from Lee Snider, editor of Chappell Music. In full: "Dear Miss Merman, Inasmuch as Cole Porter was very much a part of your career, I thought it would please you to have a copy of Chappell's newly published book The Music & Lyrics of Cole Porter Volume II. I'm sure you will note that many of the shows with which you were associated are represented herein. Having long been a great Ethel Merman fan, I am pleased to send you this book in the hopes that you wll find it to your liking."


A remarkable association copy, formerly in the library of the great American actress of stage and film musicals, well known for her powerful voice, often hailed by critics as "The Grande Dame of the Broadway stage."