Description: The Book of the New Sun, Gene Wolfe First editions, first printings of all four volumes of Gene Wolfe's celebrated The Book of the New Sun. Comprising The Shadow of the Torturer, The Claw of the Conciliator, The Sword of the Lictor, The Citadel of the Autarch. A major work of modern science fiction and fantasy that invites comparisons to Herbert's Dune and Tolkien's Middle Earth, winner of numerous awards including the World Fantasy Award and the British Science Fiction Association Award for the first volume, and the Nebula Award for the second. (Anatomy of Wonder, 4-616) New York: Simon & Schuster / Timescape Books, 1980-1983. Publisher's original quarter cloth over paper-covered boards. Volumes are all in about near fine condition, with like dust jackets, unclipped with prices intact. Minor shelfwear present, remainder stamp to the bottom edge of the text block of volume one, remainder mark to volume two, owner's name to the flyleaf of volume four, else clean. Jackets show light wear with toning to the back panels. A nice set, protected in archival mylar. Based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, The Rare Book Sleuth is a rare and antiquarian book dealer specializing in modern first editions, signed copies and notable rarities. As a proud member of the ABAA, the Rare Book Sleuth adheres to the highest standards of professionalism in the field. Terms PayPal and credit cards are accepted. All items are shipped within 3 business days, fully insured via USPS. Expedited and international shipping is also available. All books are guaranteed as described and returnable for any reason within 30 days.
Price: 1200 USD
Location: Saint Paul, Minnesota
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All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
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Topic: Science Fiction
Subject: Literature & Fiction
