She

by H. Rider Haggard

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Stunning collector's edition of She by H. Rider Haggard, issued as part of the Masterpieces of Science Fiction series. Bound in full burgundy leather, accented in 22kt gold. The spine has hubbed bands and features 22k gold-stamped decorative elements and typography. The word SHE appears in elegant script at the top, followed by intricate ornamental flourishes. The author's name, H. Rider Haggard, is stamped in gold at the base of the spine The front cover displays original artwork by Frank Kelly Freas, rendered entirely in 22k gold embossing. The illustration features the stylized face of a woman formed from sweeping contour lines, her eyes, eyebrows, and part of her nose are outlined with precision. To the right, a vertical crack disrupts the face, within which a smaller, full-body figure is visible, draped in long, flowing robes and standing in a mysterious, elevated pose. Vertical decorative lines frame the sides, topped with botanical motifs that resemble stylized buds or flames. The top of the frame includes a central circular symbol flanked by symmetrical wings or fanned forms This edition includes an introduction by Everett F. Butler. It is printed on archival-quality paper with gilded page edges, Smyth sewing, and concealed muslin joints. The book includes a pristine bookplate on the inside front cover. Condition is Pristine / As New / Unread. Single-owner copy from a private collection, always stored in dust-free bookcases in a dry climate. Limited run

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