Certified Al Gore Hand-Signed Earth in the Balance Easton Press Limited Edition

This listing presents a premium collectible for political historians and environmental advocates: an authentic hand-signed, leather-bound Collector's Edition of Earth in the Balance, autographed by former Vice President and Nobel Laureate Al Gore. Published by The Easton Press as an exclusive limited release, this volume elevates one of the foundational texts of the modern environmental movement into a museum-quality artifact.

Originally published in 1992, Earth in the Balance cemented Gore's legacy as a leading global voice on ecological conservation, climate change, and sustainable public policy. This strictly limited fine-press edition—officially numbered 358 of 5,000—combines scholarly historical importance with luxurious bookmaking craftsmanship. Complete with its original publisher documentation and certified provenance, it represents a premier acquisition for collectors of political memoirs, environmental literature, and high-end modern bindings.

Edition & Binding Specifications

• PREMIUM LEATHER BINDING: Bound in genuine, rich burgundy-brown leather featuring intricate 22kt gold gilt stamping and decorative motifs on the front board, rear board, and spine.

• EASTON PRESS CRAFTSMANSHIP: Manufactured with traditional hubbed spines featuring raised bands, smyth-sewn pages, full shimmering gold gilt page edges, moiré fabric endsheets, and a permanent satin ribbon page marker.

• ASSOCIATED EPHEMERA: Accompanied by the original Easton Press publisher’s insert, a standalone informational booklet titled "a note about Earth in the Balance and the author Al Gore."

Autograph Specifications & Provenance

• AUTHENTIC HAND SIGNATURE: Personally hand-signed by Al Gore in vibrant blue ink directly on the dedicated Easton Press limitation page.

• STRICT LIMITATION STATEMENT: Officially designated in writing as number 358 of only 5,000 limited edition copies produced worldwide.

• CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY: Includes the original standalone Easton Press Certificate of Authenticity (COA), bearing a facsimile signature from the author, an official witness signature, and a formal authentication date of September 22, 1999.

• COLLECTOR'S CONDITION: Preserved in superb, unread condition, featuring brilliant gold page edges, immaculate leather boards, sharp corners, and a perfectly tight binding free of any significant shelf wear or handling marks.