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Hardcover, bound in full dark forest green leather, heavily decorated in 22 karat gold. All edges gilt. Silk moire end-papers and silk ribbon marker bound-in. 585 pages. Index. Limited edition. First printing thus by the Franklin Library. Genuine leather and quality craftsmanship combine to make this, the earliest rendition of The 100 Greatest Masterpieces of American Literature by Franklin, still the best modern example of these classics. Of the three binding styles offered by Franklin Library, this is the de luxe edition. No previous ownership marks. A clean, square, attractive copy. Mild dust mottling to top edge of gilt and underside of boards of boards show very mild rubbing from shelving. An attractive copy with great shelf appearance. Includes 22 page pamphlet “Notes from the Editor”. Very good+. Scans on request.