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MARTIN, Lillien Jane (1851-1943) - Signature

Title: Signature
Description: One of the very first female American psychologists, Martin was denied admission by the University of Bonn because of her sex (they bestowed an honorary degree on her later); she authored a dozen books ("Salvaging Old Age" 1930, "Sweeping the Cobwebs" 1933, etc.), taught at Stanford University and headed a mental health clinic in San Francisco that pioneered the treatment of the elderly and children. Large, bold full signature in black ink on a heavy stock 5½" X 3¼" penny postcard, n.p. n.y. [postal cancellation from San Francisco on 31 January 1934]. Addressed to Arnold F. Gates (19143-93, noted Lincoln and Civil War scholar). Near fine. Faintly age toned. A seldom seen signature. .

Keywords: Science & Medicine

Price: US$ 75.00 Seller: Main Street Fine Books & Manuscripts
- Book number: 40989

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