The World of Null-A

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 The spine of this book is bound in rich, reddish-brown leather with gold embossed lettering and symbols. At the top, there is a gold-outlined square containing a large capital 'A' with a horizontal bar above it, representing the 'Null-A' symbol. Below that, the title The World of A is centered in gold, with the distinctive 'Null-A' character. Further down, the author's name A. E. VAN VOGT is also embossed in gold. The spine is divided into sections by subtle horizontal ridges, and both the top and bottom sections feature the same gold square with the 'Null-A' symbol, creating a symmetrical and visually striking design Copyright © 1945, 1948 by A. E. Van Vogt. Published by The Easton Press with the permission of The Berkley Publishing Group. Artwork copyright © 1988 by Vincent DiFate. All rights reserved, including the right to reproduce this book, or portions thereof, in any form. The special contents of this edition are copyright © 1995 by The Easton Press (MBI, Inc.), Norwalk, Connecticut.

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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

Details

PublisherEaston Press
CollectionMasterpieces of Science Fiction
Edition Year1995
Original Copyright1945
BindingFull-grain red leather, hubbed spine, 22kt gold accents
PaperArchival-quality, acid-neutral
Page Edges22k gold gilded
ConstructionSmyth-sewn, concealed muslin joints
SignedNo
First EditionNo
Cover ArtworkVincent Di Fate
Introduction byJames Gunn
ConditionPristine / As New / Unread
ProvenanceSingle-owner private collection, stored in dust-free bookcases in a dry climate
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