Triplanetary: A Tale of Cosmic Adventure (Lensman Series, Book 1)

Smith, Edward E.; Donnell, A. J.

ISBN 10: 1882968093 / ISBN 13: 9781882968091

Published by Old Earth Books, 1997

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Triplanetary: A Tale of Cosmic Adventure (Lensman Series, Book 1)
• Publisher: Old Earth Books
• Publication Date: 1997
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1882968093
• ISBN 13: 9781882968091
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: Fine
• Dimensions: 12.7W x 19.05H x 1.91D centimeters 12.7 centimeters width by 19.05 centimeters height by 1.91 centimeters depth
• Weight: 13.12 ounces

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Synopsis

Book is in Near Fine condition. Covers are clean, not bumped. Fore edges have a tiny bit of reading wear. Interior is clean and legible. No store stamps. Not remaindered. Thanks and Enjoy. All-ways well boxed, All-ways fast service. Thanks.

Review

This is the first of E. E. "Doc" Smith's six Lensman books, and although it isn't as fast-paced as later Lensman novels, it sets the stage for what is perhaps the greatest space-opera saga ever told. Through a series of vignettes spanning millions of years, readers will learn how the titanic struggle between the good Arisians and the evil Eddorians first came to pass, and about how humanity was chosen (and bred) to assume the awesome power of the lens. A short foreword by science fiction scholar John Clute puts the entire series into perspective.