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LOOS, ANITA, 1888 to 1981

Anita Loos

American actress and writer.

Books: 2
Editions tracked: 4
First editions: 2
Nationality: United States

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Earliest first editionGentlemen Prefer BlondesBoni and Liveright, 1925 Most editions trackedBut Gentlemen Marry Brunettes2 editions

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Boni and Liveright 1
Brentano's 1

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Anita Loos books in order

In publication order

1Gentlemen Prefer Blondes1925
2But Gentlemen Marry Brunettes1928

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Gentlemen Prefer Blondes

Anita Loos · first published 1925

1st Boni and Liveright1925 Hardback Not yet valued Log in to want this
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But Gentlemen Marry Brunettes

Anita Loos · first published 1928

1st Brentano's1928 Hardback Not yet valued Log in to want this
Boni and Liveright1928 Hardback Not yet valued Log in to want this

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What order should I read Anita Loos's books in?

In publication order they begin with Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (1925), then But Gentlemen Marry Brunettes (1928). Books in a series are listed in series order on this page.

What was Anita Loos's first book?

The earliest book we list is Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, first published in 1925.

When was Anita Loos born?

Anita Loos was born in 1888 and died in 1981.

How many Anita Loos books does MyVolumes track?

We track 2 books by Anita Loos across 4 editions, 2 of them first editions.

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