Harrison E. Salisbury – The Long March (The Franklin Library, 1985) - Signed Limited First Edition A beautifully bound signed first edition of The Long March: The Untold Story by Harrison E. Salisbury, Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist and distinguished correspondent. Published exclusively by The Franklin Library for members of The Signed First Edition Society, this volume is bound in full black leather with intricate gilt decoration inspired by traditional Chinese motifs. It includes the author’s genuine signature on a special limitation page, as well as a publisher’s introductory letter. Content In The Long March, Salisbury recounts one of the most extraordinary military retreats in history — the 6,000-mile journey of Mao Zedong’s Red Army across China between 1934 and 1935. Combining vivid reportage with historical insight, Salisbury reconstructs the grueling odyssey that shaped modern China. Drawing from interviews, diaries, and personal encounters during his travels, he brings to life the endurance, sacrifice, and revolutionary spirit of the marchers. This edition includes photographic plates and full-page color illustrations depicting key figures and scenes from the journey, offering both historical context and artistic interpretation. Features • Publisher: The Franklin Library, Franklin Center, Pennsylvania • Year: 1985 • Edition: Signed First Edition • Author: Harrison E. Salisbury • Signature: Personally signed by the author • Binding: Full black genuine leather with gilt Chinese-inspired ornamentation • Gilt lettering and decorations on spine and covers • Gilt edges on all sides of the text block • Marbled endpapers and satin ribbon bookmark • Illustrated with full-page color plates and historical photographs • Printed on archival-quality paper • Includes original Franklin Library letter to subscribers Condition Excellent condition. Binding clean and bright with only minimal handling wear. Gilt edges and decorations intact and gleaming. Interior crisp and unmarked. Includes the signed limitation page and publisher’s letter. A remarkable collector’s copy of Salisbury’s definitive account of the Red Army’s epic journey. Shipping The book will be carefully packed and shipped with tracking and insurance.