This is a rare, museum-quality association copy of Âlut Kangermio: Aron fra Kangek’ / Aron of Kangek’ (1968), edited by Eigil Knuth. This oversized paperback folio features parallel text in Greenlandic, Danish, and English, alongside vivid reproductions of historical Inuit artwork. This specific copy carries exceptional historical provenance, having been personally inscribed and signed on the front endpaper by the legendary billionaire CEO of IBM, aviator, and ocean explorer Thomas J. Watson Jr. Inscribed: "For Betty with thanks for coming and thanks for all the help. Any time Palawan sails - we'd love to have you sail on her. Tom. Greenland 1974 aug."
In August 1974, Tom Watson Jr. captained his famous 68-foot custom Sparkman & Stephens luxury expedition ketch, the Palawan IV, on a historic, high-risk voyage deep into the Arctic Circle along the coast of Greenland. For collectors of IBM corporate history, luxury yachting lore, or Arctic exploration archives, an artifact signed during the historic 1974 Palawan IV cruise is an incredible, one-of-a-kind trophy.
Regarding physical condition, the book shows wear consistent with its age and expedition environment. The original illustrated dust jacket is present with bright graphics but has notable creasing, small tear at top edge, and stains to front of dust jacket. Inside, the 109 pages are remarkably clean, crisp, and free of stray markings, beautifully preserving the artwork plates. Most importantly, Tom Watson's hand-written inscription and signature remain bold, sharp, and highly legible.