Islands in the Sky
by Clarke, Arthur C
- Used
- very good
- Hardcover
- first
- Condition
- Very Good/Very Good -
- Seller
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Forrestfield, Western Australia, Australia
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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
- Caerwen Books (AU)
- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 017350
- Title
- Islands in the Sky
- Author
- Clarke, Arthur C
- Format/Binding
- Hardcover
- Book Condition
- Used - Very Good
- Jacket Condition
- Very Good -
- Edition
- First Edition
- Publisher
- Sidgwick & Jackson
- Place of Publication
- England
- Date Published
- 1952
- Weight
- 0.00 lbs
- Size
- 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall
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