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LOT 182:
David Ben-Gurion’s Memoirs – An Association Copy, Dedicated by Ben-Gurion to Abba Eban
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David Ben-Gurion’s Memoirs – An Association Copy, Dedicated by Ben-Gurion to Abba Eban
Zichronot [Memoirs], David Ben-Gurion. Tel-Aviv: Am Oved, 1971-1973. Volumes 1-3.
The first three volumes of David Ben-Gurion’s book "Zichronot" [Memoirs] (the only volumes published in his lifetime), signed by the founding father and first Prime Minister of the State of Israel. The title page of each volume carries a short Hebrew dedication and signature, handwritten by Ben-Gurion to Abba Eban ("To Abba Eban, respectfully, D. Ben-Gurion" or "To Abba Even, with friendship, D. Ben-Gurion"). A unique association copy.
Abba Eban (1915-2002) was an Israeli diplomat and politician. He served as Israeli ambassador to the USA and to the UN, Education Minister and Deputy Prime Minister. During the period these books were published and gifted to him, he held the position of Minister of Foreign Affairs.
Three volumes, 24 cm. Good condition. Minor stains. Some wear and tear to the dust jackets.
