Grey Lensman

by Edward E. Smith, Ph.D.

The cover of Grey Lensman by Edward E. Smith, Ph.D., reproduced here as a facsimile first edition by The First Edition Library, is a precise recreation of the 1951 Fantasy Press original. This copy, from a single-owner private collection, is unread, stored in dust-free bookcases in a dry climate, and preserved in pristine condition. It includes the original-style dust jacket, a matching cloth slipcase, and a publisher's bookmark with bibliographic details and historical context, making it both a collector's item and a reference edition - The artwork features the titular Grey Lensman standing confidently on a spacecraft deck. He wears a metallic-gray uniform and black boots. His right wrist displays the Lens—a glowing circular device emitting energy waves, identifying him as a member of the Galactic Patrol. In his left hand, he holds a red lined black helmet. His posture is assertive, facing forward with feet planted wide. Behind him is a large circular doorway flanked by two control consoles in green and yellow, filled with gauges and switches, suggesting a command station - The title GREY LENSMAN appears in large, red, block letters across the top. The author's name, Edward E. Smith, Ph.D., is printed at the bottom in white. This facsimile, part of a series of over 100 flawless reproductions issued by the First Edition Library in the 1980s-1990s, maintains the original typography, layout, and even typesetting quirks, making it both a collectible and scholarly reference Copyright renewed © 1979 by the Estate of Edward E. Smith. This facsimile of the first edition is published by The First Edition Library, Shelton, Connecticut, by arrangement with the Estate of E.E. Doc Smith. All rights reserved. No part of this book may be reproduced in any form without the permission of the Estate of E.E. Doc Smith.

Description

The cover of Grey Lensman by Edward E. Smith, Ph.D., reproduced here as a facsimile first edition by The First Edition Library, is a precise recreation of the 1951 Fantasy Press original. This copy, from a single-owner private collection, is unread, stored in dust-free bookcases in a dry climate, and preserved in pristine condition. It includes the original-style dust jacket, a matching cloth slipcase, and a publisher's bookmark with bibliographic details and historical context, making it both a collector's item and a reference edition The artwork features the titular Grey Lensman standing confidently on a spacecraft deck. He wears a metallic-gray uniform and black boots. His right wrist displays the Lens—a glowing circular device emitting energy waves, identifying him as a member of the Galactic Patrol. In his left hand, he holds a red lined black helmet. His posture is assertive, facing forward with feet planted wide. Behind him is a large circular doorway flanked by two control consoles in green and yellow, filled with gauges and switches, suggesting a command station The title GREY LENSMAN appears in large, red, block letters across the top. The author's name, Edward E. Smith, Ph.D., is printed at the bottom in white. This facsimile, part of a series of over 100 flawless reproductions issued by the First Edition Library in the 1980s-1990s, maintains the original typography, layout, and even typesetting quirks, making it both a collectible and scholarly reference

Details

PublisherFirst Edition Library
CollectionFacsimile First Editions
Original Copyright1939
FormatFacsimile hardcover with dust jacket and slipcase
SignedNo
ConditionPristine / As New / Unread
ProvenanceSingle-owner private collection, stored in dust-free bookcases in a dry climate
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