Ken Follett Lie Down With Lions First Edition 1986 Hardcover Thriller Book Lie Down with Lions by Ken Follett, published by William Morrow and Company, Inc. in 1986. This first edition hardcover thriller follows a gripping tale of international espionage and romance set against the backdrop of the Soviet-Afghan War. The dust jacket features a striking illustration of a mountain landscape with a helicopter, while the back displays a portrait of the author. A classic example of Follett's mastery in the suspense genre, this copy is a must-have for collectors of 1980s spy fiction and historical thrillers. #80s