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Franklin Library, 1986
“Patron's Edition”

Patron's Edition Front Cover

The "Patron's Edition," bound in green leather with gilt title and decorations was published by the Franklin Mint in 1986. It was illustrated by Edward Martinez. The green cloth slipcase is also decorated with gilt ornamentation. The pictorial cover makes this quite a striking edition.

Patron's Edition Open Cover

Patron's Edition Slipcase
The Slipcase

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