Paul Hawken

Environmentalist, Entrepreneur, and Author · Literature & Business Philosophy

Smith & Hawken / Project Drawdown

Circa late 1980s to early 1990s

Book - Hardcover First Edition (Later Printing)

Excellent; signature is bold with no visible fading; paper shows minor age-related toning

Moderate; Hawken signs frequently during speaking engagements but is niche

Overall Assessment

A genuine and well-preserved autograph of an influential business thinker on his seminal work

Highly likely authentic (85% confidence)

Cursive script with a prominent initial "P" and stylized "H", flowing into a tapering finish

Fluid, rapid movement with consistent pen pressure; the 'H' typically dominates the center of the signature

Black ballpoint or felt-tip ink on acid-free book paper

$40 - $75 USD

Consistent with known book-plate and title-page signatures from the 1987-1990 book tour

Look for the sharp ascending loop in the 'P' and the characteristic bridge between the first and last name

JSA (James Spence Authentication) or PSA/DNA for general verification

No significant red flags observed; signature matches the printed author's name on the page exactly

Value is enhanced if accompanied by any ephemera from a Smith & Hawken event

Hawken was a pioneer in socially responsible business practices during the late 20th century

Stable; niche demand from business historians and environmentalists

Low; primarily a collector's piece for enthusiasts rather than a financial asset

E.F. Schumacher, Peter Senge, Yvon Chouinard

Keep closed in a cool, dry place; if displayed, use UV-filtering glass to prevent yellowing of pages

The book signed here was a companion to a popular PBS television series of the same name

Identified on 7/14/2026