galactic cluster science fiction stories de blish james (7 résultats)

1st ed. Ex Boots Library - traces of labels on frotn board & back pastedown; owner's name on front free end paper; binding tight; spine faded; front board a little stained. Used - Acceptable. Ex lib hardback (no dust jacket).

Original Boards. Etat : Very Good-. Etat de la jaquette : Very Good-. 1st Book Club Edition. Top edge somewhat soiled & slightly foxed. Dustjacket in plastic protective cover. Slight rippling to top margin first few pages. Dustjacket slightly foxed on verso and slightly worn. Slight wear to spine, covers & corners. ; "Galactic Cluster" is a collection of science fiction stories by James Blish, showcasing his range in exploring themes of science, religion, and the human condition across different worlds and realities. The anthology brings together a variety of tales that span the vastness of the galaxy, presenting unique visions of future societies, alien encounters, and the complexities of space travel. Blish's stories are characterized by their scientific rigor, imaginative depth, and philosophical underpinnings. One notable story, "Common Time," delves into the disorienting effects of faster-than-light travel on human perception and time. Another, "A Work of Art," reflects on the essence of creativity and consciousness through the resurrection of a composer's mind in an alien body. Through these narratives, Blish examines the impact of technological and cosmic advancements on individual identity and societal norms. "Galactic Cluster" is a testament to Blish's ability to weave compelling tales that question and expand the boundaries of the known universe. ; 19 x 13 x 1.7 cms; 233 pages.

hardcover. Etat : Very Good. The Science Fiction Book Club / Faber & Faber 1961 edition. Pages clean and bright, binding firm, minor shelf wear to dust jacket. ALL ITEMS ARE DISPATCHED FROM THE UK WITHIN 48 HOURS ( BOOKS ORDERED OVER THE WEEKEND DISPATCHED ON MONDAY) ALL OVERSEAS ORDERS SENT BY TRACKABLE AIR MAIL. IF YOU ARE LOCATED OUTSIDE THE UK PLEASE ASK US FOR A POSTAGE QUOTE FOR MULTI VOLUME SETS BEFORE ORDERING.

8vo, 233pp. A very good hardback copy in like price clipped dust jacket with price sticker on front. Sellers stamp to front end paper. Edges and rear pages foxed. Offsetting to rear endpaper.

First Edition. Fine cloth copy in an equally fine dw. Particularly and surprisingly well-preserved; tight, bright, clean and especially sharp-cornered. ; 233 pages; Physical desc. : 233 p. ; 19 cm. Genre: Science fiction. 1 Kg.

Soft cover. Etat : Very Good Plus. 1st Edition. Soft cover advance copy uncorrected proof of the first UK edition/printing with some light pencil marks on front cover, otherwise in nice, Very Good Plus condition: drops three stories and adds on other compared to the first U.S. edition a year earlier. Classic short stories by Blish!

First Edition. Fine cloth copy in an equally fine dw. Particularly and surprisingly well-preserved; tight, bright, clean and especially sharp-cornered. ; 233 pages; Physical desc. : 233 p. ; 19 cm. Genre: Science fiction. 1 Kg.