Publisher Signed Limited Edition: All the Best, George Bush Hand-Signed by George H.W. Bush

This entry presents a historic presidential collection: a Publisher Signed Limited Edition copy of All the Best, George Bush: My Life in Letters and Other Writings, hand-signed by the 41st President of the United States, George H.W. Bush. Published in 1999 by Scribner (A Lisa Drew Book), this deluxe presentation volume offers an intimate, self-curated portrait of Bush’s life and decades-long career in public service through his personal correspondence, diary entries, and memos.

Renowned for his extensive habit of letter-writing throughout his life as a WWII naval aviator, congressman, ambassador, CIA director, Vice President, and President, George H.W. Bush selected these writings to articulate his thoughts in his own words. Spanning over six decades, the collection provides a personal perspective on key moments in 20th-century geopolitical history—including the fall of the Berlin Wall and the Gulf War—alongside candid family notes and reflections on leadership.

Bound in full deep navy blue leather with raised spine hubs, gilt spine lettering, a gold-stamped facsimile signature on the spine, and all-gilded page block edges, this deluxe edition was produced in a strict limitation statement. On the dedicated publisher's limitation leaf reading "This leather-bound edition is personally signed by President George Bush," George H.W. Bush has rendered his distinct signature in dark ink ("George Bush"). Notably, this copy bears the unique limitation numbering 1001 of 1000, representing an intriguing overrun or publisher's presentation copy beyond the standard stated run. Preserved in fine, pristine condition with bright gilt edges, sharp corners, and flawless internal pages, this autographed presidential volume serves as an essential centerpiece for collectors of American history and political Americana.

Edition & Special Presentation Specifications

• SCRIBNER SIGNED LIMITED EDITION: Published in 1999 by Scribner / A Lisa Drew Book, New York.

• FULL DELUXE LEATHER BINDING: Premium navy blue full leather binding featuring raised spine bands, gold-stamped titles and facsimile signature, and all-edge page gilding.

• PRESIDENTIAL CORRESPONDENCE: Primary-source autobiography compiling personal letters, diary entries, and memos across Bush’s career.

Autograph Specifications & Provenance

• HAND-SIGNED BY PRESIDENT GEORGE H.W. BUSH: Authentically signed by George H.W. Bush in dark ink on the publisher's preliminary limitation leaf ("George Bush").

• RARE OVERRUN LIMITATION: Formally designated by the publisher with hand-written limitation 1001 of 1000.