Autographed First Edition Book: Hand-Signed by George Foreman (Let George Do It!)
This entry showcases an authentic, primary-source piece of boxing history, Olympic championship lore, and signed children's literature ephemera: an original first printing hardcover edition of Let George Do It!, hand-signed on the title page by legendary two-time Heavyweight Champion George Foreman.
An iconic figure in international sports and American pop culture, "Big George" Foreman won an Olympic gold medal in 1968 before claiming the World Heavyweight Championship in 1973 with a historic knockout of Joe Frazier. Twenty-one years later, at age 45, he stunned the boxing world by regaining the heavyweight crown against Michael Moorer, becoming the oldest heavyweight champion in history. Co-authored with Fran Manushkin and vibrantly illustrated by Whitney Martin, Let George Do It! is a humorous and heart-warming picture book inspired by Foreman's real-life family—specifically his decision to name all five of his sons "George" so they would always have something in common.
Published in 2005 by Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers, this hardcover edition features bright full-color cover artwork and an author portrait on the rear jacket.
Directly across the internal title page, George Foreman has rendered a large, bold signature in black marker:
"George Foreman"
Preserved in pristine, near-mint condition with bright jacket colors, a tight uncreased spine, and crisp internal pages, this autographed volume serves as an essential centerpiece for boxing completists, sports memorabilia archivists, and modern picture book displays.
Document/Record Specifications
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OFFICIAL 2005 SIMON & SCHUSTER FIRST EDITION: Authentic hardcover printing of George Foreman and Fran Manushkin's children's book Let George Do It!.
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ORIGINAL ILLUSTRATED DUST JACKET: Features full-color artwork by Whitney Martin and a rear cover portrait of George Foreman.
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EXCELLENT CONDITION: Preserved in fine condition with sharp corners, a sound spine, and clean pages throughout.
Autograph Specifications & Provenance
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HAND-SIGNED BY GEORGE FOREMAN: Authentically autographed ("George Foreman") in bold black marker across the title page.
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PUBLISHER PROVENANCE: Authentic trade publication bearing original ISBN (0-689-87807-9) and Simon & Schuster imprint hallmarks.
