ANN ARBOR, Mich., Nov. 27 /PRNewswire/ -- Borders will host former president Jimmy Carter Tuesday, Nov. 28 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at its Baileys Crossroads, Virginia, store located in the Crossroads Center at the intersection of Leesburg Pike and Columbia Pike. Carter will sign copies of his new book, "Palestine: Peace Not Apartheid," which was released Nov. 15.

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Borders customers will have the opportunity to meet the former president and be among the first to have their books signed by Carter. "Palestine: Peace Not Apartheid" is Carter's 21st book. In it, he offers views on what must be done to bring permanent peace to Israel with dignity and justice to Palestine. Sharing his personal knowledge of the history of the Middle East and his experiences with the principals in the debate, Carter addresses sensitive political issues and prescribes what steps must be taken for the two states to share the Holy Land without a system of apartheid or the constant fear of terrorism.

Recipient of the 2002 Nobel Peace Prize, Carter negotiated a peace between Israel and Egypt during his presidency and is the founder of the Carter Center, an organization dedicated to world peace.

"Former President Carter is not only a leading political figure, but has also become a bestselling author in his own right," said Bill Nasshan, senior vice president of adult trade books for Borders. "He is known for writing thought provoking pieces that examine the challenges of the world. This latest title is highly compelling and especially timely. We believe our customers will be deeply interested in this book and we are honored to have the former president at Borders."

To ensure that former President Carter is able to meet as many customers as possible, he will not be able to write personalized messages as he signs copies of the book. Only customers who have purchased "Palestine: Peace Not Apartheid" and are having it signed will be allowed to bring other books written by Carter to be autographed. No memorabilia or collectibles will be signed. Photographs will not be permitted and customers are not allowed to have purses, bags, cameras, or any other material other than books while in the signing line.

To facilitate the event, Borders will open a registration table at 3 p.m. on the day of the signing. At that time, wristbands will be given to customers who have purchased a copy of "Palestine: Peach Not Apartheid" and have proof of purchase. The wristbands will be provided on a first come, first served basis and will hold each customer's place in line. A wristband, however, does not guarantee a chance to meet former President Carter. There is a limit of five autographed books per customer. Copies of "Palestine: Peace Not Apartheid" are available for purchase at all Borders stores.

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Headquartered in Ann Arbor, Mich., Borders Group is a leading global retailer of books, music and movies with more than 1,300 stores and over 34,000 employees worldwide. More detailed information on the company is available at http://www.bordersgroupinc.com . Directions to the Baileys Crossroads store, as well as store hours, phone number and additional event information is available at http://www.bordersstores.com .