Ray Bradbury-THE TOYNBEE CONVECTOR-1992-1ST THUS-INSCRIBED TO WILLIAM SAFIRE-FN

Description: THE TOYNBEE CONVECTOR - INSCRIBED TO WILLIAM SAFIRE Author: Bradbury, Ray (story); Kunz, Anita (illustrations) Title: THE TOYNBEE CONVECTOR - INSCRIBED TO WILLIAM SAFIRE Publication: Atlanta, GA: Turner Publishing, Inc., 1992 Edition: First Separate Edition Description: First illustrated edition of Bradbury's time-travel story, first published in the pages of Playboy in 1984. During their decades-long friendship and correspondence, the two men were diligent about inscribing and exchanging books with each other. Safire deeply admired Bradbury's writing, notably reviewing Zen and the Art of Writing: Essays on Creativity for his New York Times column "On Language," and frequently citing Bradbury's work when discussing rules for good writing. First Printing. Quarto (28.75cm); glossy illustrated boards; illustrated endpapers; [ii],30pp; illus. Inscribed by Bradbury to author, journalist, and presidential speechwriter William Safire on the front endpaper: "For Bill Safire / with thanks for all your recent books! Warmly! Ray Bradbury / Nov.4th 1992." Some trivial surface wear, else Fine without dustjacket, as issued. Seller ID: 4212 Subject: Association Copies, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Website Only Captain Ahab's Rare Books pursues fine books in all fields, with a special emphasis in 19th and 20th century literature, manuscripts, association copies, mystery & science fiction. We are proud members of the Virginia Antiquarian Booksellers Association. Terms All items are guaranteed to be as described or they may be returned within 30 days of receipt for a full refund.This listing was created by Bibliopolis.

Price: 220 USD

Location: Stephenson, Virginia

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