by A.E. Van Vogt
This is the collector's edition of The World of A by A.E. van Vogt, published by The Easton Press as part of its Masterpieces of Science Fiction series. The volume is bound in rich, full-grain red leather with hubbed spines and accented in genuine 22kt gold. The front cover features an intricate 22k gold-foil stamped illustration by Vincent Di Fate, original artwork unique to this limited run, depicting a stylized, abstract human head with a target-like pattern on the crown, set against a backdrop of geometric, futuristic landscapes and radiant lines that evoke cosmic energy. Surrounding the central figure are clusters of starbursts and fine dot work, reinforcing the science fiction theme The spine bears the title The World of A in gold, with the stylized 'Null-A' character prominently repeated in 22k gold-embossed panels at both ends. Inside, the book includes a pristine bookplate affixed to the inside front cover. The volume is printed on archival-quality, acid-neutral paper with gilded page edges for long-term preservation. It features smyth-sewn binding with concealed muslin joints for durability and ease of opening. This edition also contains a special introduction by noted science fiction scholar James Gunn This specific copy comes from a single-owner private collection, stored exclusively in dust-free bookcases within a dry climate, ensuring pristine condition. It is a stunning collector's piece, carefully preserved and impeccably maintained
| Publisher | Easton Press |
| Collection | Masterpieces of Science Fiction |
| Edition Year | 1995 |
| Original Copyright | 1945 |
| Binding | Full-grain red 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 |
| Cover Artwork | Vincent Di Fate |
| Introduction by | James Gunn |
| Condition | Pristine / As New / Unread |
| Provenance | Single-owner private collection, stored in dust-free bookcases in a dry climate |