Rare multi-signed first edition of Spencer Leigh’s 1984 book Let’s Go Down the Cavern: The Story of Liverpool’s Merseybeat.

The title page is personally signed and inscribed by author Spencer Leigh:

“To John

At the Beatles Convention

in Liverpool ’89,

Best wishes,

Spencer Leigh”

In addition to Leigh’s inscription, the book contains multiple additional signatures and inscriptions throughout the pages, including signatures attributed to:

• Tony Sheridan — early Beatles associate who performed with the group in Hamburg

• Geoff Nugent — The Undertakers

• Frank Connor — The Hideaways

• Additional unidentified signatures/inscriptions, including one on the section devoted to The Fourmost

The additional signatures have not been independently authenticated. Identifications are based on the signatures, their placement within the book and associated historical context. Please review the detailed photographs and make your own assessment.

A particularly interesting piece of Liverpool music history combining an important Merseybeat reference book, multiple musician autographs, and an author’s inscription specifically documenting the 1989 Beatles Convention in Liverpool.

First edition, published 1984. 214 pages.

Please review all photos as they are an important part of the description and show the exact book and signatures you will receive.

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