Description
Signed first edition of Soldier of Democracy by Kenneth S. Davis, the first biography of Dwight D. Eisenhower and only known copy signed by Eisenhower.
Octavo, x, 566pp. Green cloth, title in gilt on spine, cloth worn and rubbed on all panels. Stated “first edition” on copyright page. Illustrated endpapers, previous ownership blindstamp on last leaf of text. Housed in custom blue cloth clamshell case, title in gilt on spine over red morocco label. In publisher’s first state dust jacket, $3.50 on front flap, toning to spine, bright illustrations on all panels, a near fine example. Inscribed on the half title: “Dear Mr. Cary, This is for your collection with best wishes. Sincerely, Dwight Eisenhower.”
