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Easton Press, Thomas More "Utopia" Collector's Edition, Sealed

Easton Press Thomas More Utopia Limited Edition Leather bound book

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The Easton Press, Norwalk Hardcover. A book by Sir Thomas More (also known as Saint Thomas More)--the English lawyer, statesman, author and a leading humanist scholar.

He coined the word "utopia"--a name he gave to an ideal, imaginary island nation. First published in 1516, UTOPIA, his most famous and controversial novel, describes the political arrangements of the imaginary island nation of Utopia (a play on the Greek ou-topos, meaning "no place", and eu-topos, meaning "good place"). More contrasts the social life of European states with Utopia. In Utopia, private property does not exist and almost complete religious tolerance is practiced. The book advocates the need for order and discipline, rather than liberty. The society described is almost totalitarian, and very far removed from present day ideals of freedom. So it goes. A very fine copy (7" x 10.25" tall) fully bound in genuine black leather elegantly blocked in 22kt gold.

Includes all the classic Easton Press trimmings:

* Premium Leather
* Silk Moire Endleaves
* Distinctive Cover Design
* Hubbed Spine, Accented in Real 22KT Gold
* Satin Ribbon Page Marker
* Gilded Page Edges
* Long-lasting, High Quality Acid-neutral Paper
* Smyth-sewn Pages for Strength and Durability
* Beautiful Illustrations

Condition

AN (As New). Brand new, mint, and flawless. Still sealed in the original shrink-wrap from Easton Press. Includes extra unattached bookplate for your own personalization.