ISLANDS IN THE SKY
by Clarke, Arthur C
- Used
- Paperback
- first
- Condition
- Reading Copy
- Seller
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N. Potomac, Maryland, United States
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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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- Bookseller
- Books from the Crypt (US)
- Bookseller's Inventory #
- TW51
- Title
- ISLANDS IN THE SKY
- Author
- Clarke, Arthur C
- Format/Binding
- Paperback
- Book Condition
- Used - Reading Copy
- Publisher
- Signet
- Place of Publication
- NY
- Date Published
- 1960
- Keywords
- Science Fiction
- Bookseller catalogs
- Science Fiction Paperbacks;
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