The Pale Shadow of Science; Recent Essays
Seattle: Serconia Press, 1985. First edition. Hardcover. 22.5 x 14.5 cm. Octavo. 128pp. Grey cloth in dust jacket. This copy is signed, inscribed to previous owners and "decorated" by Aldiss on the front free endpaper. The decorations include a sticker of a medal as well as a a picture of two men and two skeleton which Aldiss has annotated: Man: "Do you Believe in Science?" Skeleton: "Why else would I be wainting for a skin transplant?". There is also a picture of an issue of "Astounding Science Fiction" affixed to the title page. Light edgwear to the jacket. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. Item #73133
Aldiss was best known for has science fiction. The present work is a collection of essays, including articles on Philip K. Dick and Mary Shelley.
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