In addition to their unique leather bindings, Franklin books are known for their interior illustrations. Full leather-bound editions were produced throughout the publisher's lifespan but the other two styles - imitation and quarter-bound - were only published in the 1970s and '80s. Franklin published in three styles: full genuine leather, imitation leather, and quarter-bound genuine leather. Franklin books were designed and bound by the Sloves Organization, an affiliate of the Franklin Mint, and one of the few binderies that focused solely on leather book binding. Ī word about the limited editions from the Franklin Libraryįranklin Library, the distribution arm of the Franklin Press, began publishing in 1973 and closed permanently in 2000. Book may exhibit additional minor signs of age or wear.īurr is the first book of the seven-novel series, 'Narratives of Empire,' with which Gore Vidal examined, explored, and explained the imperial history of the United States chronologically, the six other historical novels of the series are Lincoln (1984), 1876 (1976), Empire (1987), Hollywood (1990), Washington, D.C.Gilt at head of text block is exhibits about 1' of scuffing.Inside pages are free of writing and intentional marks.Silk voile endpapers are clean and fully intact with varied fading along the perimeters.

Square spine has four raised bands with bright gilt lettering and ornamentation.Leather covers feature ornate gilt decoration and are in excellent condition.Hardback is overall in NEAR FINE condition. Includes a listing of Vidal's works as well as a message from him to the subscribers written for this edition. Vidal notes that he tried to keep to the known facts, where and how he deviates from them, and that he found additional inspiration for characterization and dialog from historical record and personal documents in the afterword. Written about Aaron Burr ( 1756-1836), it offers a different perspective of the 'American founding-fathers,' presenting Burr as a noble anti-hero and highlighting darker aspects of other notables. A work of historical fiction, it tells the story of early 19th C America through the eyes of the 3rd US Vice President, serving under President Thomas Jefferson. Limited edition by the Franklin Library, signed by Gore Vidal (1925-2012) on the front flyleaf. BUY WITH CONFIDENCE: Please see detailed condition and more photos in description. A NEAR FINE leatherbound limited edition by the Franklin Library, signed by Gore Vidal on the front endpaper.

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