Rights of Man

Norwalk, Conn: The Easton Press, 1979. FULL LEATHER BINDING, DEEP BLUE LEATHER, BEAUTIFUL GILT DESIGNS AND LETTERING, 269 pages. Illustrated by Lynd Ward, forward by Howard Fast. Four ridges (hubs) on spine. Lettering, designs stamped with gorgeous accents of 22kt. gold - a hallmark of fine bookmaking. This beautifully bound book was hand selected from individually tanned hides. Textured and shaded, acid-neutral paper won't turn yellow over time. Pages Smyth-sewn into binding for permanence (not glued like ordinary books). Edges gilded on three sides to enhance elegance of the book. Endpapers are beautiful satin moiré, specially dyed for the publisher. Satin ribbon page marker bound in. Condition: New, never read. Crisp, Fine. Purchased by medical doctor for his collection --- kept in temperature-controlled bookcase. Free of smelly humidity stains or the smell of a cigarette or cigar smoker. In gift-giving condition. Thomas Paine, a patriot and author during the Revolutionary War, wrote pamphlets such as "Common Sense" and the "American Crisis" series, letting people know independence was the only choice, the right choice. Paine was part of the French Revolution and wrote "The Rights of Man," primarily to defend the criticisms of Edmund Burke. Paine believed there is a natural right of the people and the principle of majority rule. The goal of the state is freedom and independence; he asserts happiness is the natural right of all people. This beautiful copy of "The Rights of Man" is historical and highly collectible. 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. We ship promptly. . Leather. Fine. Illus. by Lynd Ward.