Description
For sale: a Rare and Exceptional first edition, first printing hardcover copy of The Book of Strange New Things by Michael Faber in a new archival wrap.
The book is in Near Fine condition with clean, bright boards and strong title gilt on the straight spine. Also, strong gilt page blocks with a few small scratches, moderately compressed binding, mild spine tilt, lightly rolled spine ends, mild edge wear and lightly bumped corners. The interior of the book is also in Near Fine condition with no marks, inscriptions or other signs of ownership inside. The attractively decorated end papers and the interior pages are clean and bright, making it an excellent addition to any collection.
The dust jacket is in Near Fine condition with price intact, mild surface wear and moderate edge wear. Looks great in a new Brodart archival wrap.
The Book of Strange New Things is a masterwork from a writer in full command of his many talents. It begins with Peter a devoted man of faith, as he is called to the mission of a lifetime, one that takes him galaxies away from his wife, Bea. Peter becomes immersed in the mysteries of an astonishing new environment, overseen by an enigmatic corporation known only as USIC.
Ships promptly in a secure mailer with book wrapped in both craft paper and bubble wrap.
