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First US illustrated edition, signed limited issue, number 181 of 425 copies signed and dated by Mandela on a specially commissioned portrait by Benny Gool. The illustrated edition of Mandela's autobiography follows the first of 1994, with the text abridged, and was preceded by the UK edition the same year. Quarto. Original black quarter Wassa Goatskin, orange cloth sides, blue textured endpapers, gilt edges. Housed in original black solander case and printed white card box. Illustrated throughout with photographic reproductions. A fine copy, portrait slightly bent, in slightly soiled and worn card box. .

Long Walk to Freedom is an autobiographical work written by Nelson Mandela, detailing his early life, education, and 27 years in prison. The book is a moving and inspiring story of one man's struggles and triumphs.