Uncle Tom’s Cabin by Harriet Beecher Stowe | Easton Press Leather Collector’s Edition (1979)

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This Easton Press edition of Uncle Tom’s Cabin is more than a literary classic—it’s a beautifully bound collector’s volume that belongs in any serious library.

Bound in genuine leather with ornate 22K gold detailing, gilded page edges, and archival-quality paper, this 1979 Collector’s Edition was part of the “100 Greatest Books Ever Written” series.

Inside, you’ll find the full, unabridged text of Harriet Beecher Stowe’s powerful anti-slavery novel, enriched with a scholarly introduction and moving lithographs by Miguel Covarrubias.

Whether you're a collector or simply love fine books, this edition delivers elegance and historical depth in one.

Quick Specs

∙ Item Type: Vintage Leather-Bound Book
∙ Size: 10.5 x 7.5 x 1 inches
∙ Material: Genuine leather, archival paper, 22K gold accents
∙ Color: Deep black cover with gold embossed detailing and gilded page edges
∙ Origin or Maker: Easton Press, Norwalk, Connecticut
∙ Year or Era: 1979
∙ Author: Harriet Beecher Stowe
∙ Publisher: Easton Press
∙ Genre: Fiction / Historical Fiction / American Literature
∙ Page Numbers: 294 pages

Condition

∙ In near-new, almost unread condition
∙ Binding tight, pages clean, gold edges bright
∙ No writing, tears, or marks
∙ See all photos for detail—sold as pictured

About the Author:Harriet Beecher Stowe

Harriet Beecher Stowe (1811–1896) was an American author and abolitionist. Her groundbreaking novel Uncle Tom’s Cabin (1852) had a profound impact on attitudes toward slavery and is credited with helping to fuel the abolitionist movement leading up to the American Civil War.

Add a literary landmark to your collection—this Easton Press edition is not only a masterpiece of bookmaking, but also a cultural treasure worth passing down.

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