Description
For sale: a Rare and Exceptional first advance reader’s edition, first printing hardcover copy of Bats of the Republic: An Illuminated Novel by Zachary Thomas Dodson in a new archival wrap. First Edition stated, 2015 Doubleday. First Printing with no subsequent printing.
The exterior of this softcover Advance Reader Edition is in Near Fine condition, with clean, illustrated covers with no creases, mild surface wear, strong title on a square spine, clean page blocks, a tight binding with no cracks, lightly rubbed spine ends, mild edge wear and lightly rounded corners. The interior of the book is also in Near Fine condition with an erased price on the dedication page. No other marks, inscriptions, or other signs of ownership inside. The inside covers and the interior pages are clean and bright, making it an excellent addition to any collection.
Written and designed by Zach, Bats of the Republic is an illuminated novel, in which alternating sci-fi and historical fiction narratives duel over a mysteriously sealed letter, drawing three centuries of Texana, two great love stories, and one giant cavern of bats into spiraling conflict. The traditional novel form is enhanced by natural history illustrations, subversive pamphlets, fictional star charts, and a 19th century novel-within-a-novel.
Ships promptly in a secure mailer with book wrapped in both craft paper and bubble wrap.
