Dragonflight

by Anne McCaffrey

Stunning red leather-bound edition of Dragonflight by Anne McCaffrey, from the Masterpieces of Science Fiction Collection by The Easton Press. This collector's edition is a limited run, meticulously crafted to honor McCaffrey's iconic novel - The cover is adorned with 22kt gold-embossed artwork by Michael Whelan, featuring a dynamic depiction of a dragon in flight, accompanied by intricate detailing of a castle-like structure in the background. The scene is framed with elegant gold borders. The spine features the title in bold gold serif font, alongside the author's name. Additional design elements include a striking motif of mountains and dragons - This edition is bound in full leather with raised hubbed spines. The book is printed on archival-quality acid-neutral paper with 22k gold gilded edges, combining aesthetic brilliance with preservation. Smyth-sewn binding and concealed muslin joints provide flexibility and long-lasting structural integrity - Maintained in pristine condition, this book has been carefully stored unread in dust-free bookcases within a dry climate as part of a single-owner private collection. Inside the front cover is a pristine, untouched bookplate - This edition also features an introduction by Gordon R. Dickson, offering insightful context for McCaffrey's groundbreaking work. A masterpiece of literary craftsmanship and artistry, this volume is a perfect tribute to the rich world-building and enduring legacy of Dragonflight Copyright © 1968 by Anne McCaffrey. Dragondex copyright © 1978 by Wendy Glasser. Maps by Bob Porter. Published by The Easton Press by arrangement with Ballantine Books, A Division of Random House, Inc. Artwork is copyright © 1978 by Michael Whelan. Reproduced with the permission of Michael Whelan. The special contents of this edition are copyright © 1988 by The Easton Press (MBI, Inc.) Norwalk, Connecticut.

Description

Stunning red leather-bound edition of Dragonflight by Anne McCaffrey, from the Masterpieces of Science Fiction Collection by The Easton Press. This collector's edition is a limited run, meticulously crafted to honor McCaffrey's iconic novel The cover is adorned with 22kt gold-embossed artwork by Michael Whelan, featuring a dynamic depiction of a dragon in flight, accompanied by intricate detailing of a castle-like structure in the background. The scene is framed with elegant gold borders. The spine features the title in bold gold serif font, alongside the author's name. Additional design elements include a striking motif of mountains and dragons This edition is bound in full leather with raised hubbed spines. The book is printed on archival-quality acid-neutral paper with 22k gold gilded edges, combining aesthetic brilliance with preservation. Smyth-sewn binding and concealed muslin joints provide flexibility and long-lasting structural integrity Maintained in pristine condition, this book has been carefully stored unread in dust-free bookcases within a dry climate as part of a single-owner private collection. Inside the front cover is a pristine, untouched bookplate This edition also features an introduction by Gordon R. Dickson, offering insightful context for McCaffrey's groundbreaking work. A masterpiece of literary craftsmanship and artistry, this volume is a perfect tribute to the rich world-building and enduring legacy of Dragonflight

Details

PublisherEaston Press
CollectionMasterpieces of Science Fiction
Edition Year1988
Original Copyright1968
BindingFull leather, hubbed spine, 22kt gold accents
PaperArchival-quality, acid-neutral
Page Edges22k gold gilded
ConstructionSmyth-sewn, concealed muslin joints
SignedNo
First EditionNo
Cover ArtworkMichael Whelan
Introduction byGordon R. Dickson
ConditionPristine / As New / Unread
ProvenanceSingle-owner private collection, stored in dust-free bookcases in a dry climate
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