The Time It Never Rained Elmer Kelton Signed Paperback Western Novel Inscribed 1972

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DESCRIPTION A signed paperback copy of The Time It Never Rained by Elmer Kelton, personally inscribed by the author on the title page. Widely regarded as one of Kelton’s most important works, the novel follows the impact of drought on Texas ranching life and is often sought by collectors of Western fiction, Texas literature, and signed works by major regional authors. This copy carries a personal inscription reading “For Floyd Frazier — All best wishes — Elmer Kelton,” dated 7/27/72. Author: Elmer Kelton Title: The Time It Never Rained Publisher: Not stated from available image Place of Publication: Not stated from available image Year: Not stated from available image Edition: Not stated Printing: Not stated Binding: Paperback Dust Jacket: Not issued / not applicable ISBN, if applicable: Not stated Illustrations: Not stated Pagination: Not stated Language: English Provenance: Inscribed to Floyd Frazier Signed: Signed and inscribed by Elmer Kelton, dated 7/27/72 Notable Attributes: Signed and inscribed by Elmer Kelton; dated 7/27/72; paperback copy; important Western and Texas literature title; personal inscription to Floyd Frazier Edition Verification Notes: The provided image confirms the title page and author inscription. The inscription appears to read “For Floyd Frazier — All best wishes — Elmer Kelton,” dated 7/27/72. Publisher, edition, printing, ISBN, and publication date are not visible in the available image and should be verified from the copyright page if needed. Condition: Paperback copy with title page and front interior shown. The visible pages show age toning, corner wear, and handling wear consistent with a vintage paperback. The front cover, spine, back cover, copyright page, page edges, binding tightness, creasing, stains, odors, and any internal markings are not fully visible from the available image and should be reviewed in the complete photo set. The signed title page is visible and legible. Description: Signed paperback copy of Elmer Kelton’s The Time It Never Rained. This copy is personally inscribed to Floyd Frazier and signed by Elmer Kelton on the title page, dated 7/27/72. Edition and printing details are not visible from the provided image. A collectible copy for readers of Western fiction, Texas literature, signed paperbacks, and Elmer Kelton works. From a carefully curated catalog emphasizing collectible, decorative, and historically significant editions selected for condition and presentation. Collector and dealer inquiries are welcome, and we are happy to watch for specific titles or editions for private libraries and curated collections. All items are carefully packed and shipped using environmentally conscious materials, including recycled boxes and protective packing whenever possible. FROM THE HOUSE Elmer Kelton wrote the West without polishing all the dust off of it. The Time It Never Rained is one of those books that understands land, pride, hardship, and stubborn survival from the inside out. This signed paperback has the added charm of a dated personal inscription, making it a meaningful copy for collectors of Texas literature, Western fiction, and books that carry a little honest grit in their pages. ~ Maxwell