Fritz Leiber’s “The Big Time” First Edition Hardcover, 1976
$64.00 Original price was: $64.00.$51.84Current price is: $51.84.
This is a “very good+” vintage hardcover in maroon paper wrapped boards, published in 1976 by Severn House.
First edition, first appearance in hardcover form in the UK.
No writing, no loose, torn or folded page corners. The binding and board hinges are intact, not split or loose, text block closes tightly and is square. There is a bump to the front board lower edge. Corners are fairly crisp, with a little wear on tips. Spine head and tail are bumped. Gold foil lettering on the spine is bright and complete.
The matching vintage dust jacket is complete, not price clipped. No marks or tags. Spine is fairly well sunned. Edge and surface wear at folds and spine edges. Some slight chipping, no tears. No protected in a removable archival sleeve.
Please see accompanying images for full condition details.
An important book in the history of science fiction – and a good read for the time travel fan!
Will ship promptly, carefully packaged, fully insured.
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Additional information
Weight | 32 oz |
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Dimensions | 10 × 6 × 2 in |
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