Signed Easton Press Deluxe Edition: Hand-Signed by Peter Fonda (Don't Tell Dad 1998)
This entry showcases an authentic, primary-source piece of Hollywood film history, Counterculture cinema lore, and fine leather-bound book ephemera: a Deluxe Signed First Edition volume of Don't Tell Dad: A Memoir, hand-signed on an internal limitation page by Academy Award-nominated actor, director, and cultural icon Peter Fonda.
A key figure of 1960s Hollywood counterculture, Peter Fonda (1940–2019) achieved international stardom after co-writing, producing, and starring in the groundbreaking 1969 landmark film Easy Rider, which earned him an Oscar nomination for Best Original Screenplay. Son of screen legend Henry Fonda and brother of Jane Fonda, Peter Fonda later earned critical acclaim and an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor in Ulee's Gold (1997). In his candid 1998 autobiography Don't Tell Dad, Fonda reflects on his complex family dynamics, Hollywood legacy, and rebellious artistic journey.
Published in 1998 by The Easton Press as part of their Signed First Editions series, this volume is luxuriously bound in genuine deep navy blue leather with elaborate 22k gold gilt cover borders, raised spine hubs, all-edge gilding, archival-quality paper, and a sewn-in satin ribbon bookmark.
On a dedicated publisher limitation page, Peter Fonda has rendered a distinct signature in vibrant teal-blue ink:
"Peter Fonda"
This copy is hand-numbered 666 out of a strictly limited press run of 1,250 copies. The book includes the original publisher Certificate of Authenticity card and collector's insert booklet.
Preserved in fine condition with sharp corners, gleaming gold edges, pristine interior pages, and a clear signature, this limited volume serves as an essential centerpiece for film archivists, Hollywood collectors, and fine press displays.
Document/Record Specifications
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OFFICIAL 1998 EASTON PRESS SIGNED FIRST EDITION: Authentic deluxe leather-bound edition of Peter Fonda's autobiography Don't Tell Dad.
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DELUXE BINDING & INCLUDED INSERTS: Bound in genuine navy leather with 22k gold tooling, raised hubs, gilt edges, COA card, and collector notes booklet.
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EXCELLENT VINTAGE CONDITION: Preserved in fine condition with pristine leather boards, unblemished gold gilding, and clean pages.
Autograph Specifications & Provenance
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HAND-SIGNED BY PETER FONDA: Authentically autographed in teal-blue ink ("Peter Fonda") on the publisher's limitation page.
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STRICTLY LIMITED NUMBERED EDITION: Designated copy number 666 out of a limited edition of 1,250 copies, supported by an official Easton Press COA.
