GERALD R. FORD

SUMMARY: This offering is a typed letter signed as president. Price:$195.00

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Gerald R. Ford (b. 1913). 38th President of the United States (1974-1977).This offering is a typed letter signed on 5 in x 7 in The White House mint green and watermarked stationery dated August 26, 1975.The letter reads in part--"Thank you for sending a copy of Antonine de Saint-Exupery's The Wisdom of the Sands . As always it is good to hear from you and I deeply appreciated your thoughtful inscription--best wishes, etc." Boldly signed: Jerry Ford. The document measures in 6 in by 8 in and the stationery has an embossed Presidential Seal at the top.The letter is in fine condition.

We were curious as to why this particular volume would be sent to Ford. This is an excerpt from the web re the author referenced in the letter:

French aviator and writer, real life hero who looked at adventure and danger with poet's eyes - sometimes from the viewpoint of a child. Saint-Exupéry's most famous work is The Little Prince (1943), which he also illustrated. It has become one of the classics of children's literature of the 20th century. During World War II Saint-Exupéry served as a pilot. He was shot down on a mission over France in 1944.

"Grown-ups never understand anything for themselves, and it is tiresome for children to be always and forever explaining things to them." (from The Little Prince)

The autograph comes with a letter of authenticity as to its origin, history and authenticity.

Price: $195.00