The Tower and the Hive by Anne McCaffrey (First Edition) Author's Copy One of 12

Anne McCaffrey

ISBN 10: 039914501X / ISBN 13: 9780399145018

Published by Ace/Putnam, (New York), 1999

About this Item

The Tower and the Hive by Anne McCaffrey (First Edition) Author's Copy One of 12 A beautiful pristine copy. Unread. The book was unwrapped from the estate's packaging (see pic) for this listing. The wrapping paper discarded. The book is now protected in an archival mylar sleeve. First edition. One of only 12 copies the author had bound by Antiquarian Bookcrafts of Dublin for use as presentation copies. This is McCaffrey's own copy, she added a limitation page to the copies she had bound, but since this is her own copy she did not number or sign it. Bound in full red leather, the spine has five raised bands, spine and front cover stamped in gilt and black, marbled endpapers, all edges gilt. Comes with a copy of the letter of provenance from the author's daughter stating: ""This book was part of Anne McCaffrey's personal library."" From the collection of Barry R. Levin Science Fiction & Fantasy Literature.

Seller Inventory # HCX3083-1

Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Tower and the Hive by Anne McCaffrey (First Edition) Author's Copy One of 12
• Publisher: Ace/Putnam, (New York)
• Publication Date: 1999
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 039914501X
• ISBN 13: 9780399145018
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: First Edition.
• Condition: Fine
• Book Type: BOOK
• Seller catalogs:
  • Fantasy

About this title

Synopsis

In the epic conclusion of the Rowan saga, the powerful clan of telepaths known as the Rowan have joined forces with the alien Mrdini in their mutual battle against the predatory Hivers, but their alliance is threatened from within by sabotage and assassination. 75,000 first printing.

About the Author

Anne McCaffrey is the author of Freedom's Landing, Freedom's Choice, and Freedom's Challenge. In 1999 she received the Margaret A. Edwards Award, given by the American Library Association, for lifetime achievement. One of science fiction's most beloved writers, Anne lives in Ireland.