First UK edition, signed limited issue, number 219 of 250 copies in the extra deluxe binding of full morocco and signed by Mandela; a further 1,000 copies were issued signed in half morocco. This is the most luxurious format of Mandela's autobiography, which met with international acclaim upon its publication. US and South African editions were published the same year. Octavo. Original green morocco, spine lettered in gilt, gilt rule to covers, map endpapers, gilt edges. Housed in original green cloth slipcase. With numerous photographic illustrations. A fine copy.