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W.E.B. Du Bois signed limited edition of his groundbreaking book, ''The Souls of Black Folk'', first published in 1903 and here reprinted in 1953 on its 50th anniversary. New York: The Blue Heron Press, 1953. Du Bois signs ''W.E.B. Du Bois'' in dark blue fountain pen to the limited edition bookplate, affixed to the front free endpaper. ''The Souls of Black Folk'' still remains an important work of African-American literature, with Du Bois reflecting upon the black experience at the end of the 19th century. Book measures 5.5'' x 8.25''. Minor wear, overall near fine.