John Hersey – The Call Franklin Library, 1985. First Edition. Signed by the author. Bound in full dark blue leather with ornate gilt decorations on the spine and boards, raised bands, and all page edges gilt. Marbled endpapers and a bound-in ribbon marker complete the elegant presentation. This signed limited first edition was privately printed by The Franklin Library exclusively for members of The Signed First Edition Society and includes John Hersey’s personal signature. Illustrated by Herbert Tauss, the book presents Hersey’s deeply researched historical narrative following American missionaries in China, weaving themes of faith, sacrifice, and cultural encounter into a vivid literary portrait. Condition: Fine condition. Clean, crisp pages with no markings or signs of wear. Binding tight and square. Gilt edges and cover design in excellent preservation. Shipping: The book will be securely packaged and shipped with care.