THE NUCLEAR CASEBOOK - An Illustrated Guide (First edition - first impression - PBO)
Language: English
Published by Polygon Books, Edinburgh, 1983
- First Edition
- Softcover
- Used
Seller: Orlando Booksellers, Lincoln, United KingdomOrlando Booksellers
AbeBooks seller since January 11, 2000
Condition: Used - Very good
US$ 34.06
Quantity: 1 available
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A first impression of the true first edition - published by Polygon Books, Edinburgh as a paperback original. A landscape format illustrated book. ***Very good in illustrated card covers, with a flat spine, and priced by the publisher at £1.95 on the back cover. The covers are clean with just some rubbing and a few small marks commensurate with age and handling, and slight creasing to the back cover. No serious creases or tears. Internally near fine with no inscriptions, but with this interesting ownership sticker on the front inside cover 'Keith Ollett, Crowborough Peace Campaign Library' (please see scans). Internal pages clean throughout. No creases. No tears. ***48 pages including a page of References and an Appendix at the back of the book. 235mm x 170mm. ***Contents: Introduction, Hiroshima, the turning point, Civilian and Military Casualties, Diminishing returns in absurdity, Evolution of Weapons, Evolution of Strategy, Medical Effects of Nuclear War, The Wind of Change, Target London, Lying in State, European Security, Perceptions and Morality, References, Appendix. ***'Many people still adhere to the belief that nuclear war can only be prevented by continuing to deploy newer and more sophisticated weapons. We, and others, believe this is a tragic misconception of the real nature of the arms race.' (Quote taken from the Introduction) ***A first impression of the true first edition of this book - a paperback original, published during the height of the Cold War. Very uncommon. ***For all our books, postage is charged at cost, allowing for packaging: any shipping rates indicated on ABE are an average only: we will reduce the P & P charge where appropriate - please contact us for postal rates for heavier books and sets etc. …
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Bibliographic details
- Title
- THE NUCLEAR CASEBOOK - An Illustrated Guide (First edition - first impression - PBO)
- Author
- Dr. C. Phillips and Dr. I. Ross
- Publisher
- Polygon Books, Edinburgh
- Publication year
- 1983
- Condition
- Very Good
- Dust jacket
- No Jacket, as Issued
- Binding
- Original Wraps
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 0904919714
- ISBN 13
- 9780904919714
- Edition
- First Edition
- Printing
- First Impression
- Seller catalogs
- Atomic History & Literature, Collectable Paperbacks, Political & Social History
Orlando Booksellers
Lincoln, United Kingdom
AbeBooks seller since January 11, 2000
Shipping rates from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
| Item | 8 to 12 business days | 6 to 8 business days |
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We specialize in 20th Century literature, and in particular, Modern First Editions. We would be interested in buying such books, whether individual items or collections. We are particularly interested in Bloomsbury writers, Beats & Counter Culture and 20th C photography monographs. Our books can be viewed as a whole on ABE, or by choosing one of a number of catalogues that we have set up for particular interests, such as Crime Fiction & True Crime, Collectable Paperbacks, Children's Literature etc.…
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Orlando Booksellers
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Lincoln, United Kingdom LN1 3EZ
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Mastercard, Visa and PayPal accepted. We also accept personal cheques for UK sales, made out to Orlando Booksellers (UK pounds). Proof of postage is obtained for all items, however, we cannot be responsible for items lost or damaged in transit. Therefore, on higher value items, we offer the option of tracked (insured) shipping which offers peace of mind for both the bookseller and the customer. [See Shipping Terms section below for more information]. We always pack our books extremely well to protect them from any possible damage. Any title found not to be as described may be returned, provided this is done within fourteen days of its receipt. We are happy to offer a 10% discount on book prices for fellow booksellers. Orlando Booksellers is a partnership - Alison Smith and Chris McKee. Our VAT Registration number is 629 3707 21.
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