The author's first book and the first book in the series. Made into the 2005 film. First American printing. Previous owner's name on front free endpaper, else fine in a very near fine, price clipped dust jacket. ; 215 pages
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy - Douglas Adams First US Edition 1980
Douglas Adams
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy - Douglas Adams First US Edition 1980
Douglas Adams
Publisher: Harmony Books
Date published: 1980
Format: Hardcover
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy - Douglas Adams First US Edition, Harmony Books, 1980 Blue stamped purple quarter cloth over blind stamped blue paper boards, pp. [viii],215,[1] First US Edition with \"First American edition published 1980 by Harmony Books\" on copyright page with full number line. Near fine book with previous owner's bookplate and a couple faint dampstains to head edge of text block, in a near fine jacket with a couple nicks to the head of the rear panel, a spot of rubbing to the head of spine, some toning to head edge of flaps, and a small faint dampstain to interior head edge of rear panel.
First Printing. Octavo (19.75cm); navy blue paper-covered boards and purple cloth backstrip, with titles stamped in metallic blue on spine; dustjacket; [viii],215,[1]pp. Slight forward lean, hint of foxing to upper edge of textblock; Near Fine. Dustjacket is unclipped (priced $6.95), showing some light surface wear, and a tiny nick to upper edge of rear panel; Near Fine. First volume in Adams's beloved Hitchhiker series, and basis for the 2005 film directed by Garth Jennings, starring Martin Freeman, Mos Def, and Sam Rockwell. 84259.
HITCHHIKER'S GUIDE TO THE GALAXY [Collector's Custom Clamshell case only - Not a book]
Adams, Douglas
HITCHHIKER'S GUIDE TO THE GALAXY [Collector's Custom Clamshell case only - Not a book]
Adams, Douglas
Publisher: HARMONY BOOKS, New York
Date published: 1980
Format: Hardcover
1st Edition Clamshell Collector's Case. Custom Clamshell Case (NO BOOK IS INCLUDED) No Binding. First Edition Collector's Clamshell Case. 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. This HITCHHIKER'S GUIDE TO THE GALAXY case is finished in black NUBA with a 'sculpted design on one side from the iconic dustjacket with the thumb and "Cosmic Cutie" and the words DON'T PANIC on the other side. Green cloth sides and Velour finished interior. 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 Handsome Collector's Custom Case for an important Book. Other Douglas Adams Clamshells available. A Handsome Collector's Custom Case for an important Collection. "Books definitely NOT included" When you place your order: Please confirm the actual size of your first edition as sizes may vary with age or if the edition is covered in Mylar. The text can be altered to add "signed" or other special requests. Generally over 100 in-stock titles. Custom Craft available upon request. Book definitely NOT included Size can be adapted to soft or hardcover first editions.
THE HITCHHIKER'S GUIDE TO THE GALAXY BOOKS ONE, TWO AND THREE: A COMPLETE 3 PART PRESTIGE FORMAT COMIC SERIES(1993)
DOUGLAS ADAMS(ORIGINAL STORY), JOHN CARNELL(ADAPTATION)
THE HITCHHIKER'S GUIDE TO THE GALAXY BOOKS ONE, TWO AND THREE: A COMPLETE 3 PART PRESTIGE FORMAT COMIC SERIES(1993)
DOUGLAS ADAMS(ORIGINAL STORY), JOHN CARNELL(ADAPTATION)
Publisher: DC COMICS, NEW YORK
Date published: 1993
Format: Softcover
3 Prestige format comics. Illustrated card covers. Slight wear on cover edges. Colour comic strip art. A complete 3 part comic strip adaptation of the first 'Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy' novel. Each issue has an introduction by Douglas Adams. Location: JG2 Size: 12mo - over 6¾" - 7¾" tall
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy (FIRST PRINTING)
(Science Fiction) ADAMS, Douglas
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy (FIRST PRINTING)
(Science Fiction) ADAMS, Douglas
Publisher: Harmony Books, New York
Date published: 1980
Format: Hardcover
5 X 7 3/4 Inches. 215 PP. First American edition with full and complete number line to the "1" on the copyright page. Original price of $6.95 intact on front flap. Basis for the TV Show, Video Game and movie of the same name. One of the modern classics of science fiction. Book itself clean and tight. DJ presents well on front and spine, but back cover is ripped on both sides with "crinkling" to the lower half of DJ. Primitive tape repair to rear fold. This damage neatly hidden by mylar luckily.
Harmony Books, 1980 FIRST US EDITION pp.(8)+215 Quarter bound in original blue boards and mauve cloth. Backstrip lettered in blue. Dustjacket very good, small chips to tail of backstrip, several small closed tears to jacket edges. Dustjacket covered with a clear, protective and removable wrapper. Dustjacket illustration by Peter Cross. The UK first edition preceded the American publication, being published in 1979. Overall a lovely copy.
It is the tenth anniversary of the publication of Douglas Adams's zany, bestselling novel, and to celebrate, here is a reissue of the cult classic. First printing; Sound binding; Clean, sturdy boards; Previous owner name inked and marked out at front free end-page; Pages else free of markings; Un-clipped dust jacket Very Good w/ no significant flaws to disclose; Jacket housed in protective mylar to ensure further preservation; An excellent copy.
8vo. 7 3/4 x 5" (19.8 x 13cm) 215pgs. Lavender cloth spine and blue boards.Near fine with minor loss to metallic blue titling on spine. In fine DJ with $6.95 price intact. Small bookstore sticker on back flap of DJ with same price. Very funny and imaginative book based on the British radio series. First book of a series by Adams.
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy - 5 Volume set
Adams, Douglas
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy - 5 Volume set
Adams, Douglas
Publisher: Folio Society, UK
Date published: 2004
Format: Hardcover
Five volumes, mixed printings - comprising : The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy ( 3rd printing ) ; The Restaurant at the End of the Universe ( 2nd printing ) ; Life, the Universe and Everything ( 1st printing ) ; So Long, and Thanks for all the Fish ( 1st printing ) ; Mostly Harmless ( 1st printing ). Illustrated by Jonathan Burton. Clean, bright, crisp copies ( no blemishes, no fading, no inscriptions, tight bindings ). Housed in clean and unfaded slipcases which show the occasional unobtrusive mark. Please note that this is a heavy set of books and postage will be more than that quoted by ABE. Paypal accepted.
HITCHHIKER'S GUIDE TO THE GALAXY; THE RESTAURANT AT THE END OF THE UNIVERSE; LIFE, THE UNIVERSE AND EVERYTHING; SO LONG, AND THANKS FOR ALL THE FISH; MOSTLY HARMLESS.
ADAMS, Douglas; illustrated by BURTON, Jonathan; introductions by JONES, Terry; ROBERTS, Adam; CANTER, Jon;
HITCHHIKER'S GUIDE TO THE GALAXY; THE RESTAURANT AT THE END OF THE UNIVERSE; LIFE, THE UNIVERSE AND EVERYTHING; SO LONG, AND THANKS FOR ALL THE FISH; MOSTLY HARMLESS.
ADAMS, Douglas; illustrated by BURTON, Jonathan; introductions by JONES, Terry; ROBERTS, Adam; CANTER, Jon;
Publisher: London: The Folio Society. , 2011, 2014, 2016, 2016.
Date published: 2010
Format: Hardcover
First edition with these illustrations, first printing. Publisher's illustrated and glitter decorated blue cloth boards, in individual slipcases. Each volume is illustrated with a frontispiece and seven further full page colour plates by Jonathan Burton. All are fine copies, the binding square and tight, bright and fresh. The contents are clean throughout and without inscriptions or stamps. The original slipcases are fine and structurally sound with just a few minor marks. A very attractive illustrated edition of Douglas Adams' Hitchhiker's 'trilogy' (complete in five novels). Further details and images for any of the items listed are available on request. Lucius Books welcomes direct contact with our customers.
12mo. Blue emb. bds., red backstr. with metallic blue lettering. Two sm. scuffs/stains on cover, minor bumping to top, bottom of backstr. and bottom rear corner. 215pp. FIRST EDITION WITH FULL NUMBER LINE. CONTENTS MINT.
HITCHHIKER'S GUIDE TO THE GALAXY [Collector's Custom Clamshell case only - Not a book]
Adams, Douglas
HITCHHIKER'S GUIDE TO THE GALAXY [Collector's Custom Clamshell case only - Not a book]
Adams, Douglas
Publisher: Arthur Baker, London
Date published: 1978
Format: Hardcover
1st Edition Clamshell Collecor's Case. Custom Clamshell Case. No Binding. First Edition Collector's Clamshell Case. 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 rich blue leather with a 'sculpted design on the side and the words DON'T PANIC on the other side in cut out letters. Velour finished interior. 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 Handsome Collector's Custom Case for an important Book. Generally over 100 in-stock titles. Custom Craft available upon request. Book definitely NOT included. Photographs Upon Request.
Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. 1st Edition. Harmony Books, New York. 1980. 215 pages. First American Edition stated, first printing with full numberline, including one. Book is tight. Binding and hinges are strong and sound. Navy boards with bright pink titles on spine and isbn number on rear DJ (matching isbn number on copyright page.) Nearly imperceptible sunning along top edges, former owner's name on inside front cover. No other markings or stainings. Original DJ with $6.95 price intact on flap. DJ in beautiful condition. This copy measures 7 3/4 inches tall by 5 1/4 inches wide whereas the bookclub editions measure taller and wider. A tight, gorgeous copy of the first edition, first printing, in original DJ.
First American edition, as stated on copyright page, with number line from 10-1. Book fine, very minor rubbing along bottom edges, former owner's name on front free end paper. Dust jacket fine, very minor wear to bottom of spine.
First US edition, First American edition published 1980 on copyright page, with number line from 10-1. Book fine. Dust jacket near fine, very slight edge wear, very small closed teat to bottom of rear panel.
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy-Set of 5 Books
Adams, Douglas
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy-Set of 5 Books
Adams, Douglas
Publisher: Harmony Books
Date published: 1980
Format: Hardcover
Set of 5 books. The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy 1980, The Restaurant at the End of the Universe 1981, Life, the Universe and Everything 1982, So Long, and Thanks for All the Fish 1985, Mostly Harmless 1992. All 5 books are US first editions. They are all in fine condition. The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy is price-clipped, tops of flaps are very slightly toned. Hitchhiker's Guide states First American edition published 1980 on copyright page; all others state first edition on copyright page; and all have a number line from 10-1 on copyright page.
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