Frederik Pohl and C. M. Kornbluth “Search the Sky” First Edition Vintage Paperback 1954
$30.00
Search the Sky
A classic satirical space voyage written by the legendary powerhouse duo of Frederik Pohl and C.M. Kornbluth.
This novel explores a declining galactic empire where isolated colony planets have devolved into bizarre, dysfunctional societies.
Featuring a brilliantly surreal cover by Richard Powers, this is a cornerstone piece of mid-century social science fiction.
#### **Book Details**
* **Author:** Frederik Pohl and C. M. Kornbluth
* **Illustrator:** Richard Powers
* **Publisher:** Ballantine Books (61)
* **Binding:** Paperback
* **Edition Points:** First Edition (Paperback Original), 1954. Cover price 35¢.
#### **Condition Report**
* **Overall Grade:** Very Good- (VG-)
* **Cover & Spine:** Front and rear wraps are clean and bright with minor rubbing to extremities. The spine shows significant wear at the head, with a small chip and peeling laminate exposing the backside of the block.
* **Dust Jacket:** Not applicable.
* **Text Block & Pages:** Page edges show a fair amount of tanning. No loose, torn or folded pages.
* **Binding:** Structurally secure and square despite minor spine-head chipping.
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| Weight | 16 oz |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 7 × 5 × 1 in |
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