THE WAR OF THE WORLDS [Collector's Custom Clamshell case only - Not a book and "no book" included]
by H.G.Wells
- Used
- first
- Condition
- See description
- Seller
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Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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About This Item
A Superb Custom Fitted Modern Collector's Clamshell Bookcase [Not A Book] HAND-CRAFTED by our conservation team, each box is Gilt-stamped at the spine. The case is finished in black Nuba® with a 'sculpted' graphic design of the invaders with grey sides. Every TBCL case can be finished in a selection of fine leathers & cloths or Nuba® or a combination of both. Nuba® is a fine, supple & durable covering with a neutral ph that has the feel of velvety soft Italian Nubuck leather. This clamshell is perfectly sized to accommodate your first edition. A Terrific Collector's Custom Case for an important Book. TBCL Web Site photo/link available for OVER 100 generally in-stock titles. Custom Craft available upon request.
"Book definitely NOT included"
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Synopsis
The War of the Worlds (1898) is a science fiction novel by H. G. Wells describing an invasion of late Victorian England by Martians equipped with advanced weaponry. It is a seminal depiction of an alien invasion of Earth. The novel is narrated by an unnamed writer of scientific articles. Throughout the narrative he struggles to reunite with his wife, while witnessing the Martians rampaging through the southern English counties. The plot has been related to invasion literature of the time.
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Details
- Bookseller
- TBCL The Book Collection Library (CA)
- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 33654
- Title
- THE WAR OF THE WORLDS [Collector's Custom Clamshell case only - Not a book and "no book" included]
- Author
- H.G.Wells
- Book Condition
- Used
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Edition
- 1st Edition Clamshell Collector's Case
- Publisher
- Harper & Brothers Publishers
- Place of Publication
- New York, London
- Date Published
- 1898
- Keywords
- War of the Worlds, Time Machine,COLLECTOR'S CLAMSHELL CASES
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