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February 20th, 2007 
 The FlatSigned Press "Collector's Corner" VIP Newsletter
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For Presidents Day, FlatSigned is offering “White House History” in the form of first edition, highly collectible books written and autographed by select U.S. Presidents and a few Presidential hopefuls. These books are valuable because they have been handled by and bear the personal signatures of the world’s most powerful men but also because of the ideas and words they contain, words that have set people free, started and ended wars, divided and brought us together. Controversial or adored, their ideas have shaped America and the world and have defined history. Though most of these great leaders are no longer with us, through these amazing books, you can hold onto their ideals and share in the history of America, while building a lasting legacy and investment for your family.

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Presidents Day - a day to honor our nation's great leaders of the past and present.
 

Thomas Jefferson

We would like to tell you about one of America's most influential Founding Fathers (and our favorite), the 3rd President of the United States, Thomas Jefferson. Jefferson was the principal author of the founding document of the United States of America, the Declaration of Independence, which declared that the Thirteen United Colonies "are, and of Right ought to be Free and Independent States; that they are Absolved from all Allegiance to Great Britain." It proclaimed that they formed a new nation called the "United States of America" that would "assume, among the powers of the earth, a separate and equal station." During his Presidency from 1801-1809, many major events occurred: he laid the groundwork for the Louisiana Purchase, commissioned the Lewis and Clark Expedition, and outlawed external slave trade. The ideals of Republicanism in the United States, an ideal he helped establish and promote, has dominated American political thought since the American Revolution.

After his Presidency, Jefferson once again rose to help our great nation by offering to sell his personal library as a replacement after the British burned down the Capital and its library in 1814. Jefferson had spent 50 years accumulating books, "putting by everything which related to America, and indeed whatever was rare and valuable in every science"; his library was considered to be one of the finest in the United States. Jefferson wanted to create a library for statesmen and for the people of the new nation. In January 1815,Congress accepted Jefferson's offer, appropriating $23,950 for his 6,487 books, and the foundation was laid for a great national library, which stands today 200 years later. If ever a library had a single founder, Thomas Jefferson was the founder of the Library of Congress. On June 10, 1815, Thomas Jefferson wrote to John Adams, "I cannot live without books, but fewer will suffice where amusement, and not use, is the only future object." Thomas Jefferson's legacy and contribution to America and its rich history will forever be remembered and honored.


 



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 PRESIDENT THOMAS JEFFERSON SIGNED 1st Notes On The State Of Virginia

Assassination Report of the Warren Commission

This is a very significant moment at FlatSigned! I am truly proud to offer for the first time ever from my personal collection to yours, very rare books by book lover and American icon, Thomas Jefferson! We are making available two incredible copies of his beloved "Notes on the State of Virginia." As of today, there are no comparable copies available anywhere on the worldwide Internet market but for these in my collection! These two are offered exclusively to members of the FlatSigned Community. First come, first served, these may not last long. They are unique and in incredible, collectible condition, one of which contains his historic signature! The copy that bears the autograph of President Jefferson is signed "As President", an important and valuable distinction, and is on a "Free Frank" from the White House, hand signed by then President of the United States, Thomas Jefferson. It is available today for twenty-five thousand US Dollars. The similar copy of this First Edition without the autograph is available at only fifteen thousand dollars. Email or phone Mike Cotter or me here at FlatSigned to reserve one of these for your personal collection.

Book Description: Hardcover book that has been beautifully rebound with tan and red cloth creating an heirloom quality relic and helping to restore and preserve its state for years to come. The pages inside show age toning and some primitive tape repair in the front. Overall the pages are in good shape considering the age! Square and tightly bound. This is the first English edition of Jefferson's famous work. This is the only book-length work by Jefferson to be published in his lifetime, and has been called "one of America's first permanent literary and intellectual landmarks." The book was largely written in 1781, and was first published in Paris, in French, in 1785. Written in the form of answers to questions about Virginia, it supplies a description of the geography, and an abundance of supporting material and unusual information. As J.M. Edelstein notes, "Jefferson wrote about things which interested him deeply and about which he knew a great deal; the NOTES, therefore, throws a fascinating light on his tastes, curiosities, and political and social opinions." The story of the creation of this book and its publishing history is an interesting one. It is told fully by Millicent Sowerby in her catalogue of Jefferson's library, where it occupies some thirty pages in small type.

Email me, Tim Miller (timmiller@flatsigned.com) or my nephew and right-hand-man, Mike Cotter (mike@flatsigned.com), or call us now at 888-568- 3048.

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 President Franklin Roosevelt SIGNED 1st DEMOCRATIC BOOK 1936

Franklin Roosevelt SIGNED Democratic Book

Here is one of the most incredible Presidential collectibles on the market! This treasure has been hand SIGNED by President Franklin D. Roosevelt! This is THE book to have for all collector's of Presidential Americana, especially as it pertains to Presidents and in particular FDR! This special collector's item features Roosevelt's signature on a special page with a water color painting of the White House. This is number 1164 in this very limited set. This rare book was given as a gift to prominent supporters of the Democratic Party who donated an undisclosed amount to the party. THIS IS CURRENTLY THE ONLY ONE AVAILABLE ON THE MARKET!

The book is bound in genuine leather. The book is in outstanding condition with a square, tight binding. There is some edge wear around the spine with a few minor places of scuffing. Still one of the best copies we've ever had!


Email me, Tim Miller (timmiller@flatsigned.com) or my nephew and right-hand-man, Mike Cotter (mike@flatsigned.com), or call us now at 888-568- 3048.

Collector's Corner VIP price: $3,450


 Presidents + First Ladies SIGNED x11 Framed Piece
Ronald Reagan, George HW Bush, Gerald Ford, Jimmy Carter, Richard Nixon


Presidential Signed Framed Piece

Here is a truly one-of-a-kind Presidential treasure! This is a beautiful 28x24" framed piece which features the signatures of 11 American icons! Features the signatures of 5 Presidents: Ronald Reagan, George HW Bush, Gerald Ford, Jimmy Carter, and Richard Nixon; and 6 First Ladies: Nancy Reagan, Barbara Bush, Betty Ford, Rosalynn Carter, Patricia Nixon, and Lady Bird Johnson! Each signature has been mounted onto this frame piece and sets under a very unique picture which depicts all 11 of them. Includes two Presidential seals and a plaque describing the piece. The piece was professionally framed and is ready to hang and showcase in your home!


Email me, Tim Miller (timmiller@flatsigned.com) or my nephew and right-hand-man, Mike Cotter (mike@flatsigned.com), or call us now at 888-568- 3048.

Collector's Corner VIP price: $1,950


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Looking for something special? Call us at (866)352-8744! We'd be happy to answer your questions and help you find that one-of-a-kind book you're searching for. Thank you for buying our books.


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