From my father’s personal library, this is a great opportunity to own a signed first edition copy of “God Has a Dream,” by Desmond Tutu (October 7, 1931 - December 26, 2021). The leather-bound book was published in 2003 by Easton Press in Norwalk, Connecticut. It is an original numbered edition (#473 of 1200) that is in excellent condition and has never been read.

Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Desmond Tutu has long been admired throughout the world for the heroism and grace he exhibited while encouraging countless South Africans in their struggle for human rights.

Desmond Mpilo Tutu was a South African Anglican bishop and theologian, known for his work as an anti-apartheid and human rights activist. He was Bishop of Johannesburg from 1985 to 1986 and then Archbishop of Cape Town from 1986 to 1996; in both cases being the first black African to hold the position.

In “God Has a Dream,” Tutu’s most soul-searching book, he shares the spiritual message that guided him through those troubled times. 

Drawing on personal and historical examples, Archbishop Tutu reaches out to readers of all religious backgrounds, showing how individual and global suffering can be transformed into joy and redemption. 

With his characteristic humor, Tutu offers an extremely personal and liberating message. He helps us to “see with the eyes of the heart” and to cultivate the qualities of love, forgiveness, humility, generosity, and courage that we need to change ourselves and our world.

Echoing the words of Martin Luther King, Jr., he writes, “God says to you, ‘I have a dream. Please help me to realize it. It is a dream of a world whose ugliness and squalor and poverty, its war and hostility, its greed and harsh competitiveness, its alienation and disharmony are changed into their glorious counterparts. When there will be more laughter, joy, and peace, where there will be justice and goodness and compassion and love and caring and sharing. I have a dream that my children will know that they are members of one family, the human family, God’s family, my family.’”

Addressing the timeless and universal concerns all people share, God Has a Dream envisions a world transformed through hope and compassion, humility and kindness, understanding and forgiveness.

Easton Press books are known for their high-quality, signed collectible editions, and this book is no exception. Modified to enhance its value and appeal, it is a one-of-a-kind item.

These originally signed, limited edition books are a great investment and will increase in value for years to come.

Easton Press books are known for:

• Premium leather

• Silk Moire end leaves

• Distinctive cover design

• Hubbed spine

• 22KT gold accents

• Satin ribbon page marker

• Gilded page edges

• Long-lasting, high quality acid-neutral paper

• Smyth-sewn pages for strength and durability

Note - This is a 21 year old book that is in excellent condition.

There may be faint residue/slight embellishment due to a removed bookplate - please see pictures. I will be including a new bookplate to cover this slight imperfection.

Expedited shipping available.

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