Signed Program

Moscow, 1989. paperback. very good. Signed program from an event about human rights to American writer and editor Leo Lerman (best known for his work at Conde Nast publications and as a major advocate for gay rights from the 1940's until his death in 2011), inscribed: "To Leo Lerman - with gratitude - an effect of my humble efforts - Svetlana - Moscow - September 1989". Excellent condition.

Russian-born daughter of Soviet leader Joseph Stalin who caused an international furor when she defected to, and later became a citizen of, the United States (1967). In 1984 she returned to the Soviet Union, had her Soviet citizenship returned, and became an international voice for human rights.