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The Tresspasser D.H. Lawrence, 1912 LAWRENCE, D.H. (1885-1930). The Trespasser. New York: Mitchell Kennerley, 1912. First American edition of Lawrence's second novel, preserving the rare printed dust jacket. Following The White Peacock of the previous year and immediately preceding Sons and Lovers (1913), The Trespassers is based on the diaries and tragic affair of Lawrence’s friend Helen Corke. This edition comprises sheets from the Duckworth English edition and a Kennerley title-page and binding. Roberts A2. Octavo. Original pale green cloth (cloth faded at spine with a little fraying at caps); printed dust jacket (restored at folds and top edge). Provenance: Herbert Boyce Satcher (book label and stamp) – Christie’s East, 5 December 1996.