ADAM, CLAIRE

Golden Child

London: Faber & Faber, 2019. proof copy. Original Wrappers. Slight soiling to pages 92-93. Slight bumping to spine corners. Slight wear to spine, covers and corners. ; Octavo; 253 pages. Very Good- with no dust jacket .

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Book number: LCB60206

Catalogue: Fiction

Keywords: Trinidad

EDGAR RICE BURROUGHS: MASTER OF ADVENTURE

Swords of Mars Mars 8

London: New English Library, 1975. New Edition; Second Impression. Softcover (Perfect Bound). ISBN: 0450026752. Original colour illustrated wrappers. Rear cover bottom l/h corner worn, text undamaged. With slight creasing to rear cover. Slight fading to spine. Page 33/34 dogeared. Slight soiling to covers. ; Martian; Vol. 8; 10.6x18x1.5 cm; 191 pages. Good+ with no dust jacket .

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Book number: LCB85225

Catalogue: Science Fiction

Keywords: 0450026752

ALDISS, BRIAN W.

The Canopy of Time

London: The Science Fiction Book Club By Arrangement With Faber & Faber, 1961. 1st Book Club Edition. Original boards. With some foxing to edges and a few pages. Dustjacket in protective plastic cover. Slight wear to spine, covers, corners & dustjacket. ; GPT"The Canopy of Time" (also published as "Galaxies Like Grains of Sand") by Brian Aldiss is a collection of interlinked short stories that span billions of years, presenting a grand tapestry of humanity's future evolution and its interactions with the cosmos. Each story, while distinct, contributes to a cohesive narrative arc that explores themes of time, civilization's rise and fall, and human adaptability. Aldiss masterfully combines speculative science with deep philosophical questions, considering not just the technological advances of future societies but also their cultural, social, and ethical dimensions. From the dawn of humanity's expansion into space to the far reaches of its future descendants, the stories contemplate the cyclical nature of history and the persistent human traits that endure through ages. Aldiss's prose is both lyrical and precise, capturing the awe of the cosmic scale while remaining grounded in the personal and the intimate. "The Canopy of Time" is a reflective work, offering a poignant meditation on humanity's place in the universe. ; 19 x 13 x 2.1 cms; 222 pages. Very Good- in Very Good- dust jacket .

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Book number: 60857

Catalogue: Science Fiction

Keywords: Sci Fi

ALEXANDER, BRUCE

Murder in Grub Street: A Sir John Fielding Mystery

London: Little, Brown & Company, 1996. First Edition; First Impression. Original Boards. ISBN: 0316876267. Plasticated dustjacket. Light wear to spine, covers and corners. ; Octavo; 277 pages. Near Fine in Very Good+ dust jacket .

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Book number: LCB60659

Catalogue: Crime Fiction

Keywords: 0316876267 Mysteries

AMIS, MARTIN

Dead Babies

Hardcover. ISBN: 0224011677. 254 pages. Dustjacket in plastic protective cover. With remnants and/or residue of sticky tape on endpapers, covers and dustjacket. With library stamps and labels. Slight wear to spine, covers, corners and dustjacket.. Good .

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Book number: 42509

Catalogue: Fiction

Keywords: 0224011677

ASCH, SHOLOM; (TRANSLATED BY WILLA MUIR & EDWIN MUIR)

Three Cities: A Trilogy Translated by Willa & Edwin Muir

New York: G. P. Putnam's Sons, 1933. First Edition. Hardcover (Flexible Cloth). Original black flexi-cloth. Slight wear and slight soiling. With ex-library stamps and labels. Bookblock worn but intact. ; Ex-Library; 16.5x21.5x4 cm; 899 pages. Very Good with no dust jacket .

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Book number: LCB84522

Catalogue: Fiction

Keywords: Antiquarian Classics

BACHMAN, RICHARD

The Long Walk

London: New English Library/Times Mirror, 1980. First Edition Thus; First Impression. Original decorated wrappers. ISBN: 0450049574. First published in the New English Library in September 1980. Slight creasing to spine, bottom spine a little damaged. Slight wear & slight soiling to spine, covers & corners. ; "The Long Walk" by Richard Bachman, a pseudonym of Stephen King, is a dystopian novel set in a future America where a totalitarian regime holds an annual event known as "The Long Walk." One hundred teenage boys participate in this grueling competition, walking continuously without stopping. If they fall below a certain speed, they receive warnings, and after three warnings, they are executed. The last boy remaining wins a grand prize of wealth and anything he desires. The story follows sixteen-year-old Ray Garraty, who enters the Long Walk with hopes of victory. As the walk progresses, Ray forms fragile alliances and rivalries with other contestants, each boy coping with the physical and psychological challenges in different ways. The novel delves into themes of survival, camaraderie, and the human spirit's limits under extreme pressure. With its intense pacing and emotional depth, "The Long Walk" is a powerful exploration of endurance and the will to survive. Richard Bachman is the pseudonym used by renowned author Stephen King for publishing several novels in the late 1970s and early 1980s. This alias allowed King to release more books than typically permitted by the industry and to explore different styles and themes. Bachman's notable works include "Rage," "The Long Walk," "Roadwork," "The Running Man," and "Thinner," each characterized by darker, more dystopian themes compared to King's other works. In 1985, Bachman's true identity was uncovered by a bookstore clerk, which led to increased interest in the Bachman books. Despite this revelation, the novels published under the Bachman pseudonym remain popular, and pre-1985 editions of these works are highly collectible. Richard Bachman's legacy endures through these distinctive and thought-provoking novels, showcasing Stephen King's versatility and depth as a writer. ; 17.7 x 10.5 x 2; 256 pages. Very Good- .

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Book number: LCH46902

Catalogue: Science Fiction

Keywords: 0450049574 Thriller

BACHMAN, RICHARD

The Running Man

Sevenoaks, Kent: New English Library, 1983. First English Edition. Original decorated wrappers. ISBN: 0450056422. Edition statement states first NEL publication is December 1983. Occasional spot of foxing to edges. Top right hand corner front cover and first few pages creased. Slight creasing to spine. Slight wear to spine, covers & corners. ; "The Running Man" is a dystopian novel written by Richard Bachman, a pseudonym of Stephen King. Set in a bleak future in the year 2025, the story centers on Ben Richards, an impoverished man desperate to earn money to support his sick daughter and wife. Richards participates in a brutal reality TV show called "The Running Man," where contestants are hunted by professional killers and must survive for 30 days to win a grand prize. The show is broadcast nationwide, and the public is incentivized to report sightings of the fugitive contestants. Richards proves to be a formidable and resourceful opponent, evading capture through his intelligence and cunning. As the hunt progresses, he uncovers the corrupt nature of the game and the network behind it. The novel explores themes of economic disparity, media manipulation, and the dehumanizing effects of reality television. The intense pace, moral questions, and Richards' struggle for survival make "The Running Man" a gripping and thought-provoking read. Richard Bachman is the pseudonym of acclaimed American author Stephen King, used to publish several novels in the late 1970s and early 1980s. The pen name allowed King to release more books than the industry norm of one per year and to experiment with different styles and genres. Bachman's works include "Rage," "The Long Walk," "Roadwork," "The Running Man," and "Thinner." These novels often explore darker and more dystopian themes compared to King's other works. The true identity of Richard Bachman was revealed in 1985 after a bookstore clerk noticed similarities between the writing styles of King and Bachman. This revelation did not diminish the popularity of Bachman's works, which continue to be celebrated by fans of Stephen King. Pre-1985 editions of Richard Bachman novels are highly collectible and are recognized for their unique contributions to the thriller and dystopian genres, showcasing King's versatility as a writer. ; 17.5 x 11 x 1.7 cms; 220 pages. Very Good- .

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Book number: LCH46901

Catalogue: Science Fiction

Keywords: 0450056422

BAKER, ERNEST A. (WITH INTRODUCTION BY) ;

The Novels of Mrs Alpha Behn

London: George Routledge & Sons, 1913. First Edition. Hardcover (Original Cloth). Original black cloth with gilt stamp lettering to spine. Wear to edges of covers and corners. With library stamps and labels. ; Ex-Library; 14x21x3.5 cm; 380 pages. Good+ with no dust jacket .

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Book number: LCB84802

Catalogue: Fiction

Keywords: Classics Antiquarian

BARRIE, J. M.

The Admirable Crichton

London: Hodder & Soughton, 1970. First Edition; Forty-Third Impression. Hardcover (original cloth). ISBN: 0340001577. Original grey cloth with blindstampedd patterning to front and back cover. Original illustrated dustjacket. Slight fading to dustjacket and edges. ; 11x18x1.5 cm; 142 pages. Very Good in Very Good- dust jacket .

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Book number: LCB84805

Catalogue: Fiction

Keywords: 0340001577

BARTH, JOHN

Lost in the Funhouse. Fiction for Print, Tape, Live Voice

London: Secker & Warburg, 1969. First Edition. Hardcover. ISBN: 0436036738. Dustjacket in plastic protective cover. With remnants and/or residue of sticky tape on endpapers, covers and/or dustjacket. With library stamps and labels. Slight wear to spine, covers, corners and dustjacket. ; The collection consists of 14 stories that range widely in style and structure, but are unified by their exploration of the theme of writing and the role of the writer. The titular story, "Lost in the Funhouse," is perhaps the most emblematic of Barth's approach. It tells the story of Ambrose, a young boy who visits a funhouse at the beach, but on a deeper level, it's about the process of writing and the quest for meaning within narratives. As Ambrose navigates the funhouse, encountering mirrors that distort reality and paths that lead nowhere, Barth similarly navigates through traditional narrative forms, challenging readers' expectations and highlighting the artificiality of storytelling. Other stories in the collection, such as "Night-Sea Journey" and "Menelaiad," experiment with perspective and voice, offering tales from the viewpoints of unlikely narrators, including a spermatozoon and a figure from Greek mythology, respectively. Through these diverse narratives, Barth delves into themes of identity, existence, and the creative process, all while demonstrating a deep awareness of literary tradition and the possibilities of its reinvention. ; Octavo; xii, 201 pages. Good in Good dustjacket .

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Book number: 40053

Catalogue: Fiction & Literature

Keywords: 0436036738

BATES, BRIAN

The Way of Wyrd, Tales of an Anglo-Saxon Sorcerer

United Kingdom: Arrow Books, 1996. First Paperback Edition; First Impression. Original Decorated Wrappers. ISBN: 0099477904. Pages slightly yellowed as normal for age. Spine, covers & corners somewhat worn & slightly creased. ; This novel is a spiritual adventure set in Anglo-Saxon England, following the journey of Wat Brand, a Christian scribe, who is sent on a mission deep into the forests of pagan England. His guide, Wulf, a sorcerer and mystic, introduces him to the spiritual world of the Anglo-Saxons. The narrative weaves together the encounters with spirits, omens, and the powerful natural world, challenging Brand's perceptions and beliefs. Bates' work is celebrated for its authentic and deeply compelling insight into the ancient northern spiritual tradition, making it a spiritual classic that has inspired many to explore these ancient practices further. ; Octavo; 208 pages. Good+ with no dust jacket .

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Book number: LCB60784

Catalogue: Fiction

Keywords: 0099477904 Anglo Saxon Occult

BENNETT, ARNOLD & RANDI SALOMAN (EDITOR)

The Grand Babylon Hotel

Claremont, Canada: Broadview Press, 2016. First Edition Thus. Original Wrappers. ISBN: 1554811880. Slight shelfwear; 8vo; 312 pages. Fine with no dustjacket .

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Book number: LCH46271

Catalogue: Fiction

Keywords: 1554811880

BESTER, ALFRED

Tiger! Tiger!

London: The Science Fiction Book Club By Arrangement With Sidgwick and Jackson, 1958. 1st Book Club Edition. Original Boards. Some foxing to endpapers, first & last few pages and all edges. Dustjacket in plastic protective cover with remnants and/or residue of sticky tape on spine, covers & dustjacket. Slight wear to spine, covers & corners. ; "Tiger! Tiger!", also known as "The Stars My Destination" in some editions, is a science fiction novel by Alfred Bester. Set in the 24th century, it tells the story of Gully Foyle, a man driven by a relentless quest for revenge. Left to die in space by the passing spaceship Vorga, Foyle survives against all odds and becomes singularly focused on finding those responsible. His journey transforms him from a crude, uneducated mechanic into a highly resourceful and dangerous figure, mastering the art of "jaunting" — teleportation through sheer force of will. Along the way, he uncovers a vast conspiracy and grapples with themes of identity, transformation, and societal collapse. Bester’s novel is celebrated for its fast-paced narrative, innovative use of language, and its exploration of the human capacity for both destruction and redemption, firmly establishing it as a classic in the science fiction genre. ; 19 x 13 x 2.5 cms; 232 pages. Good+ in Good+ dust jacket .

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Book number: 60855

Catalogue: Science Fiction

Keywords: Sci Fi

BINDER, EANDO

Adam Link Robot

New York: Warner Communications Company, 1974. First Edition; 3rd Printing. Original decorated wrappers. ISBN: 0446754609. Pages yellowed as normal for age. Slight wear to spine, covers & corners. ; 174 pages. Very Good .

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Book number: LCB60442

Catalogue: Science Fiction

Keywords: 0446754609