"A Son of the Circus" by John Irving is a signed first edition published by Franklin Library in 1994. This limited edition leather-bound book features gilt accents and pages, a silk sewn-in ribbon bookmark, and illustrations by Alan E. Cober. The story revolves around the theme of a circus, making it a unique and collectible addition to any literature and fiction collection. With its original printing in English and special attributes, this book is a valuable piece for enthusiasts of John Irving's work and collectors of rare editions.

Cider House Rules, Franklin Library, Franklin Center, PA. 1985 Hardcover First Edition SIGNED limited edition published for members of "The Signed First Edition Society" that precedes the first trade edition. Includes an introductory "special message for the first edition" by Irving. One of an undisclosed number of copies. Fine as issued in full brown leather, gilt-decorated boards with raised spine bands, all edges gilt, marbled endpapers, and a silk tipped-in bookmark. Signed by the author on the first blank front free endpaper. Signed First Edition Society Series. Signed Limited First Edition. Frontispiece illustration by Scott Reynolds. 548pp.

Fine as issued in full leather, gilt-decorated boards with raised spine bands, all edges gilt, marbled endpapers, and a silk tipped-in bookmark. See pictures for condition.