Arrival – Ted Chiang
VG Paperback

Description

For sale: a Rare and Exceptional first movie tie-in paperback edition, early printing of Arrival by Ted Chiang.  First Vintage Books Movie Tie-In Edition stated, June 2020 Vintage Books. Fifth Printing with partial number line, 10 9 8 7 6 5.

The exterior of this paperback edition is in Very Good condition, with clean covers, two creases on the back, clean page blocks, mild surface wear, strong title on a tilted spine, a tight binding with no spine cracks, rubbed spine ends, mild edge wear and lightly rounded corners. The interior of the book is in Near Fine condition with no marks, inscriptions, or other signs of ownership. The inside covers and the interior pages are clean and bright, making it an excellent addition to any collection.

Previously published as Stories of Your Life and Others. Includes “Story Of Your Life,” the basis for the film Arrival, when alien lifeforms suddenly appear on Earth and a linguist is brought in to help communicate with them and discern their intentions. Her new knowledge of their language and its nonlinear structure allows her to see future events and all the joy and pain they may bring.

Trade paperback ships promptly in a secure mailer with the book wrapped in both craft paper and multiple layers of bubble wrap.