It Came From Outer Space
$1,250 · Offered by Biblio
First edition · Signed
Colorado Springs: Gauntlet Press, 2003. First Edition. One of 52 special lettered copies signed by Ray Bradbury, and though not issued this way, this copy is also extra signed by actress Kathleen Freeman one of the stars of the 1953 Universal film made from Bradbury’s story, and is additionally signed by science fiction and mystery writer, William F. Nolan, to whom the book is dedicated by Bradbury. Enclosed in a special tray case which contains a special print also signed by Ray Bradbury mounted inside. This book prints for the first time Bradbury’s original film story, treatments, and script. The book contains photographs, an interview on the film with Bradbury plus additional essays and historical information. A large oversized coffee table book reproducing Bradbury’s original manuscripts at full size. Bound in full silver stamped cloth with a dust jacket illustrated with an original color painting of an alien painted by Bradbury. Enclosed in the publisher’s matching slipcase also with Bradbury’s painting on the front cover. (not all copies received the slipcase). As new all around.
- Publisher: Gauntlet Press
- Year: 2003
- Edition: First Edition
- Binding: hardcover
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