Leaves of Grass by Walt Whitman Published by The Franklin Library, Franklin Center, Pennsylvania — 1979 Collector's Edition Book Overview: Offered for sale is a stunning collector's edition of Walt Whitman's masterpiece, Leaves of Grass, published by The Franklin Library in 1979. The text for this edition is based on the historic ninth or "Deathbed" Edition of 1892 (the final form of the work overseen by the author), made available through the Rare Book Collections at the University of Pennsylvania. Beautifully illustrated with photographs of Whitman's America. Features: - Premium green leather-bound hardcover with intricate gilt (gold) stamping on the cover and spine. - Gorgeous gilt-edging on all three sides of the pages. - Smyth-sewn binding for durability and acid-free archival paper. - High-end decorative endpapers. Condition: Excellent vintage condition. The binding is tight and solid. The gold gilt is bright, and the leather cover looks gorgeous with minimal signs of shelf wear. Please refer to the photos for a closer look at the actual item. Shipping & Handling: Ships securely packaged with tracking. Feel free to message me with any questions!