Easton Press Signed Limited Edition: A Shining City by Ronald Reagan (Signed by Nancy Reagan)

This listing presents a cornerstone piece of American political literature: an authentically hand-signed Signed First Edition of A Shining City: The Legacy of Ronald Reagan. Published in 1998 by The Easton Press (Norwalk, Connecticut), this strictly limited leather-bound volume was produced in a hand-numbered edition of only 1,150 copies, featuring a poignant special introduction and signature by former First Lady Nancy Reagan.

A Shining City serves as a monumental tribute to the political philosophy, rhetorical genius, and enduring national legacy of the 40th President of the United States. Compiling Ronald Reagan’s most memorable speeches, radio addresses, and personal reflections—including his iconic 1964 "A Time for Choosing" address, his first Inaugural Address, his speech at the Brandenburg Gate ("Tear down this wall!"), and his emotional Farewell Address to the Nation—the collection highlights his vision of America as a beacon of freedom and hope. Curated with deeply personal context from Nancy Reagan, the book offers an intimate lens into the principles that guided their White House years and defined an era in modern conservative thought.

Masterfully bound in rich maroon full leather, the volume is embossed on both covers with the Great Seal of the United States encircled by elaborate 22-karat gold-stamped borders. The spine features raised hubs, gilded title panels, the Great Seal motif, and "SIGNED FIRST EDITION" stamped near the heel. Premium fine-press features include full edge gilding, silk moiré endpapers, and a sewn-in satin ribbon page marker. Hand-numbered 61 of 1,150 copies on the publisher's special limitation leaf, this volume is signed directly by Nancy Reagan in vivid blue ink. Accompanied by the original publisher's Certificate of Authenticity (signed and dated January 22, 1998) and subscriber's insert, this immaculate volume is an essential centerpiece for collectors of presidential autographs, fine bindings, and modern political history.

Edition & Special Presentation Specifications

• EASTON PRESS LIMITED FIRST EDITION: Published in Norwalk, Connecticut in 1998 by The Easton Press; strictly limited to 1,150 individually numbered copies.

• EXCLUSIVE NUMBERED ISSUE: Printed on archival acid-neutral paper; this specific copy is hand-numbered 61.

• LUXURY LEATHER BINDING: Bound in full maroon genuine leather decorated with the Presidential Coat of Arms, 22kt gold ornamentation, raised spine hubs, full edge gilding, moiré endpapers, and a ribbon marker.

Autograph Specifications & Provenance

• HAND-SIGNED BY FIRST LADY NANCY REAGAN: Authentically signed in bold blue felt-tip ink by Nancy Reagan directly on the printed limitation page.

• COMPLETE WITH PUBLISHER COA: Includes the original Easton Press Certificate of Authenticity signed by publisher Roy S. Pfeil and witness Debbie Brady, along with the publisher's subscriber note card.

• PRISTINE COLLECTIBLE STATE: Mint, unread condition; perfect leather boards, untarnished gold page edges, tight binding, and crisp interior leaves.