by Bruce Sterling
Stunning Easton Press limited collector's edition of Islands in the Net by Bruce Sterling from the prestigious Masterpieces of Science Fiction series. This edition is bound in full genuine leather, dyed a deep dark navy blue (almost black), with elaborate 22kt gold embossing on both cover and spine. The front cover features original artwork by Kent Bash, rendered in 22k gold leaf, with a network-like schematic surrounding an island paradise, encapsulated in a stylized grid structure. Introduction by James Gunn The spine is hubbed and hand-tooled, featuring a geometric satellite-like emblem and two intricate vignettes of seated human figures using terminals—evoking both Sterling's cyberpunk roots and the narrative's geopolitical techno-surveillance themes. The title and author's name are boldly stamped in 22k gold, perfectly aligned with the edition's archival standards Printed on acid-neutral archival paper, the pages are 22k gold gilded on all edges, giving the book a brilliant reflective sheen. Smyth sewing and concealed muslin joints ensure a lifetime of structural integrity. This copy is unread, from a single-owner private collection, and has been stored exclusively in dust-free, climate-controlled bookcases—preserved in pristine, as-new condition. The bookplate inside the front cover remains untouched. A true artifact for collectors, showcasing craftsmanship and literary significance in equal measure
| Publisher | Easton Press |
| Collection | Masterpieces of Science Fiction |
| Original Copyright | 1988 |
| Binding | Genuine leather, hubbed spine, 22kt gold accents |
| Paper | Archival-quality, acid-neutral |
| Page Edges | 22k gold gilded |
| Construction | Smyth-sewn, concealed muslin joints |
| Signed | No |
| First Edition | No |
| Condition | Pristine / As New / Unread |
| Provenance | Single-owner private collection, stored in dust-free bookcases in a dry climate |