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Delecorte/Lawrence, September 1985. First Edition. Hardcover . Very Good/Very Good. First Trade Edition; First printing; Sound binding; Clean, sturdy boards; Pages free of markings; Un-clipped dust jacket Very Good, gently edge-worn w/ mild creasing to rear; Jacket housed in protective mylar to ensure further preservation; An excellent copy.

Fist Trade Edition stated. Short previous owner's inscription on front endpaper, else a clean, tight hardcover bound in quarter black cloth with unmarked interior and text. The dustjacket remains unclipped ($16.95) and is bright, attractive, and whole; presents well under fresh archival mylar. NOT ex-lib. A clean, solid copy in jacket of Burroughs's most famous work. 295pp.

Delacorte Press/Seymour Lawrence, New York, 1985. First Trade Edition. Hardcover. Fine/Fine. 295 pages; 295pp, minimal to none shelf-wear, 8vo, dust jacket , in protective cover, a very nice copy for year published. Collectable. Size: Octavo (standard book size). Dust Jacket un-clipped. Quantity Available: 1. ISBN: 0385294166. ISBN/EAN: 9780385294164. Pictures of this item not already displayed here available upon request. Inventory No: 2269. . 9780385294164

Hardcover. First Edition; First Printing. Very Good in a Very Good dust jacket.

a first-edition treasure for fans of Kurt Vonnegut; book is unread; dust jacket has a very small nick on the top spine edge and a very small nick in the back cover

U.S.A.: Delacorte Pr, 1985. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Fine/Near Fine. A fine copy in a near fine unclipped dustjacket. A tight and clean copy of the first printing. The dustjacket has a bit of rubbing to the rear panel or would also be fine. Very scarce to find first edition Vonnegut's in this condition. A tight and clean unmarked copy in unread collectible condition.

Dive into the evolutionary musings of Kurt Vonnegut with "Galápagos," a compelling first edition that showcases Vonnegut's unique blend of satire and science fiction. In this thought-provoking novel, Vonnegut transports readers a million years into the future, following the remnants of humanity stranded on the Galápagos Islands. Through sharp wit and keen observation, the narrative explores the themes of human folly and the quirks of evolution, suggesting that our brains may be more of a burden than a boon. Condition: Dust Jacket: Fine, with a striking cover design featuring iconic imagery that perfectly encapsulates the book's thematic essence. The jacket is crisp with bright, unfaded colors, showing only a minor indentation on the back cover but otherwise remains in excellent condition. Book: Binding & Pages: The book itself is in fine condition. The binding is tight and the boards are sharp, with no signs of wear. Edges: The edges are clean and well-preserved, with no signs of foxing or damage. The pages inside are pristine, indicating a well-maintained copy. As a first edition, this copy of "Galápagos" is a must-have for collectors and enthusiasts of Vonnegut's work. With its insightful commentary and humorous take on the human condition, this novel remains a relevant and cherished piece in the canon of American literature. This first edition of "Galápagos" is not just a book but a piece of literary history, offering readers a chance to experience one of Kurt Vonnegut's most fascinating explorations of humanity's future. The fine condition of both the book and dust jacket makes it an excellent addition to any collection, promising to be a treasured item for years to come.

Signed by the author with his self-portrait. Hardcover, bound in boards with dust jacket. Light edge-wear, the jacket with a short tear rear flap and a nick back spinal edge.