Fine and genuine leather bound. Book accented in 22kt gold. The second page has an ex libris (label) from the publisher with owner's signature on the label (image 7). This book is printed on archival quality paper especially milled for this collector’s edition with gilded edges made to last well into future generations. The end sheets are of moire fabric with a silk ribbon page marker. Smyth sewing and concealed muslin joints to ensure the highest quality binding. This book is in full leather with hubbed spines. Beautiful, well made and designed book.
This novel is set during the First World War (Italian campaign) and remains one of the great novels of the modern era.
