First Deluxe Limited Edition thus, First Printing. Fine. A beautiful limited edition published under the auspices of The American Revolution Bicentennial Administration. Leather bound with hubbed spines, accented in 22kt gold. Printed on archival paper with all edges gilded. The end sheets are of moire fabric with a silk ribbon page marker. Smyth sewing and concealed muslin joints. 8vo 8' - 9' tall. A wonderful copy and edition of this award winning title by Carl Sandburg.