Islands in The Sky
by Clarke, Arthur C
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- good
- Hardcover
- first
- Condition
- Good/Poor
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Synopsis
Islands in the Sky is a science fiction novel written by Arthur C. Clarke, and published in 1952. It is one of his earliest and lesser known works. The book tells the story of Roy Malcolm, a young space enthusiast who wins a trip to the Inner Space Station by way of his knowledge of aviation on a game show. Once aboard, Roy learns the effects of zero-G with delight, and joins the mishaps and adventures of the young crew of the station.
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- Idlegeniusbooks (GB)
- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 008959
- Title
- Islands in The Sky
- Author
- Clarke, Arthur C
- Format/Binding
- Hardcover
- Book Condition
- Used - Good
- Jacket Condition
- Poor
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Edition
- 1st Edition 1st Printing
- Publisher
- Sidgwick & Jackson
- Place of Publication
- London
- Date Published
- 1952
- Weight
- 0.00 lbs
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