Galaxy Science Fiction - August 1956
by Sheckley, Robert; Simak, Clifford D.; Knight, Damon
- Used
- very good
- Paperback
- first
- Condition
- Very Good/No Jacket
- Seller
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Campbell River, British Columbia, Canada
Item Price
NZ$38.68NZ$23.21
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About This Item
New York: Galaxy Publishing Corporation, 1956. Volume 12; Number 4. A very nice issue showcasing the first cover contribution by Virgil Finlay for this magazine. Stories included are 'Early Model' by Sheckley; 'Honorable Opponent' by Simak and 'This Way to the Regress' by Knight. Interior art by Emsh and Cavet. Very nice cover by Mr. Finlay. Interiors are tightly bound and unmarked. Soft cover wraps show chips to the lower front cover and light rubbing and tanning to the spine. A great copy of this fine issue, introducing Finlay on the cover. Protective sleeve.. First Edition. Original Wraps. Very Good/No Jacket. Illus. by Virgil Finlay - Cover Art. 12mo - over 6¾" - 7¾" tall.
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Details
- Bookseller
- Bookmarc Books (CA)
- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 012159
- Title
- Galaxy Science Fiction - August 1956
- Author
- Sheckley, Robert; Simak, Clifford D.; Knight, Damon
- Illustrator
- Virgil Finlay - Cover Art
- Format/Binding
- Paperback
- Book Condition
- Used - Very Good
- Jacket Condition
- No Jacket
- Edition
- First Edition
- Publisher
- Galaxy Publishing Corporation
- Place of Publication
- New York
- Date Published
- 1956
- Keywords
- NOISBN
- Bookseller catalogs
- Science Fiction; Pulps;
- Size
- 12mo - over 6¾" - 7¾" tall
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About the Seller
Bookmarc Books
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Campbell River, British Columbia
About Bookmarc Books
We are a small independent, carbon-neutral bookroom located in Campbell River, BC. Open to the public by appointment only, we specialize in Horror, Science Fiction, Fantasy & Weird Fiction. Throw in some Occult options and we think we've got a nice assortment, but by all means, have a look for yourself. If you need more info or a scan, just let us know.If you are a local or are visiting the Campbell River area, you can always pick your book up in person...at an agreed upon time, please. We also feature Free Local Delivery!
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- Spine
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- Rubbing
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- Jacket
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- 12mo
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- Fine
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- First Edition
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