by Sheri S. Tepper
SIGNED, FIRST EDITION, FIRST PRINTING, Pristine, leather-bound Collector Edition of Shadow's End by Sheri S. Tepper, published by The Easton Press in 1994 as part of The Signed First Editions of Science Fiction Collection. Introduction by James Gunn Beautifully bound in creamy blue leather, with elegant 22k gold-foil embossing. At the top and bottom sections of the spine are intricate gold-embossed designs resembling repeating symbols of stylized figures or ornate keys. The book's title, Shadow's End, appears in gold uppercase letters in the center of the spine. Below the title, the author's name, Sheri S. Tepper, is embossed in gold in a slightly smaller font. Further down, a rectangular gold-embossed label states SIGNED FIRST EDITION in capital letters, surrounded by decorative designs similar to those found at the top and bottom of the spine. The spine itself features hubbed spines, which add a classic, textured appearance. The pages are printed on archival-quality, acid-neutral paper. The page edges are 22k gold gilded. Inside, the book includes a pristine bookplate and features an original frontispiece artwork by Jill Bauman. The smyth-sewn binding ensures durability, while concealed muslin joints provide additional structural integrity Meticulously preserved in a dust-free bookcase within a dry climate by a single private owner, this volume remains in pristine condition A stunning and rare collectible!
| Publisher | Easton Press |
| Collection | Signed First Editions of Science Fiction |
| Edition Year | 1994 |
| Original Copyright | 1994 |
| Binding | Creamy blue leather, hubbed spine, 22kt gold accents |
| Paper | Archival-quality, acid-neutral |
| Page Edges | 22k gold gilded |
| Construction | Smyth-sewn, concealed muslin joints |
| Signed | Yes |
| First Edition | Yes |
| Cover Artwork | Jill Bauman |
| Introduction by | James Gunn |
| Condition | Pristine / As New / Unread |
| Provenance | Single-owner private collection, stored in dust-free bookcases in a dry climate |