THE BODY SNATCHERS; With a New Introduction by Richard Gid Powers
by Finney, Jack
- Used
- near fine
- Hardcover
- first
- Condition
- Near Fine
- Seller
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Eugene, Oregon, United States
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About This Item
Boston, Mass: Gregg Press, 1976. Stated First Printing (Thus). Hardcover. Near Fine. Octavo, 8.25 in. x 5.5 in., pp. 192. Limited edition of 500 copies. Frontispiece illustration by Richard Powers. Illustrated with black and white photographs. Green cloth boards with gilt title on red panel to spine. Unmarked interior. Walter Braden "Jack" Finney (1911-1995) was an American writer, mainly known for his contributions to the science-fiction genre. His most popular novels are "The Body Snatchers" (1955) and "Time and Again" (1970), although throughout his career he published nearly 50 novels that encompass the noir, thriller and comedy genres. Finney's novel "The Body Snatchers" has been adapted into film four times.
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- Bookseller
- Aardvark Rare Books (US)
- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 87156
- Title
- THE BODY SNATCHERS; With a New Introduction by Richard Gid Powers
- Author
- Finney, Jack
- Format/Binding
- Hardcover
- Book Condition
- Used - Near Fine
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Edition
- Stated First Printing (Thus)
- Publisher
- Gregg Press
- Place of Publication
- Boston, Mass
- Date Published
- 1976
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