Stranger in a Strange Land (Original Uncut Version)

by Robert A. Heinlein

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This is the Easton Press collector's edition of Stranger in a Strange Land by Robert A. Heinlein, issued as part of the Masterpieces of Science Fiction series. The book is bound in full brown leather with hubbed spines and accented in 22kt gold. The spine features four raised bands, gold-stamped title text reading STRANGER IN A STRANGE LAND, a stylized figure in gold, and the author's name, Robert A. Heinlein, at the base. Three parallel gold lines frame the upper, middle, and lower spine sections The front cover features original artwork by Kent Bash, rendered in gold foil. The image depicts an abstract, elongated figure with raised arms, palms open and facing outward, surrounded by a circular, organic shape resembling an aura or energy field. The lines are minimalist but precise, emphasizing flow and symmetry in the posture. The same figure appears on the spine, matching the aesthetic of the front This is the original full-length (uncut) edition, featuring a preface by Virginia Heinlein and an introduction by James Gunn. The volume is printed on archival-quality paper with gilded page edges. Smyth sewing and concealed muslin joints enhance durability. Includes a pristine bookplate affixed to the inside front cover Condition is Pristine. Single-owner copy from a private collection, always stored in dust-free bookcases in a dry climate. A stunning, collector-grade volume

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