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

ALDISS, BRIAN

Non-Stop

London: Grafton Books, 1987. First Edition Thus. Original decorated wrappers. ISBN: 0586068171. Pages slightly yellowed as normal for age. Spine slightly creased. Slight wear to spine, covers & corners. ; 12mo; 272 pages. Very Good- .

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Book number: LCH47107

Catalogue: Science Fiction

Keywords: 0586068171

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

ALLEN, ROGER MACBRIDE

Rogue Powers (Venture Sf 25)

London: Arrow Books, 1988. First Edition Thus. Original decorated covers. ISBN: 0099621908. Spine slightly creased. Slight wear to spine, covers & corners. Small spot of damage to bottom spine. ; 12mo; 410 pages. Good+ .

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Book number: LCH47060

Catalogue: Science Fiction

Keywords: 0099621908 Sci Fi

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

ASHLEY, MICHAEL

The History of the Science Fiction Magazine. Part Two 1936-1945

London: New English Library, 1978. First Paperback Edition. Original decorated wrappers. ISBN: 0450032965. Pages yellowed as normal for age. Some foxing to pages throughout. Spine somewhat creased. Slight wear to spine, covers & corners. ; 12mo; 304 pages. Good+ .

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Book number: LCH47058

Catalogue: Science Fiction

Keywords: 0450032965 Literary Criticism Social & Cultural Sci Fi

ATHEN, ASTOR

The Ladies Leave the Castle

London: The Thriller Book Club. Book Club Edition. Hardcover (Original Cloth). 166 pages. Dustjacket. Slight wear to spine, covers & corners. Dustjacket somewhat worn & somewhat chipped. Slight damage to top margin dustjacket. ; 12mo. Very Good in Good dust jacket .

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Book number: 70441

Catalogue: Fiction

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

BAILEY, H. C.

The Gentleman Adventurer

London: Methuen, 1935. Fifth Edition. Hardcover (Original Cloth). Some light foxing on book vlock edges. ; 318 pages. Dustjacket. Slight foxing to edges. Slight wear to spine, covers & corners. Dustjacket slightly worn & slightly soiled. ; 12mo; 317 pages. Very Good in Very Good dust jacket .

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Book number: 23356

Catalogue: Fiction

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

BARRETT, MARY ELLIN

Castle Ugly

London: World Books, 1968. First Edition; First Edition. Hardcover (Original Cloth). 224 pages. Slight wear and slight soiling to spine, cover, corners and dustjacket. With bookplate of 'Marianne Pateman'. ; Octavo (standard book size). Very Good in Very Good dust jacket .

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Book number: 81717

Catalogue: Fiction