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Franklin, Benjamin : The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin

The Easton Press, Norwalk, Connecticut, 1976

[1976] Full leather-bound hardcover, no dustjacket as issued. Collector's edition. Beautifully bound in genuine leather, hand selected from individually tanned hides. Sophisticated hubbed design (raised ridges) on spine, stamped with gorgeous accents of 22kt. gold -- a hallmark of fine bookmaking. Textured and shaded, acid-neutral paper won't turn yellow over time. Pages are Smyth-sewn into the binding for permanence (not glued like ordinary books). Endpapers are beautiful satin moire, specially dyed for the publisher. All edges gilded on three sides to enhance the book's elegance. Satin ribbon page marker bound into book. Condition: Former owner's name on Easton Press bookplate on first pastedown endpaper; light shelf wear; several short scratches to gilded edges; else Near Fine. NOTE: This is the older, more desirable edition with deep maroon leather binding). No tears, cracks to binding hinges or joints, writing or notations in text, or page tears. Book never read. Purchased from physician who displayed book in his bookcase in temperature controlled environment (book not smelly or speckled with humidity stains). And no smoker's smell. Simply a beautiful, full leather-bound book. Note: We are a well-established, well-respected, ethical book dealer in business since 1991. We describe the condition of our books thoroughly and honestly, so you'll know exactly what you will be receiving when you order.. Book Condition: Near Fine. Binding: Full-Leather

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