In Quest of Quasars
by Bova, Ben
- Used
- Hardcover
- Signed
- first
- Condition
- See description
- Seller
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Eureka, California, United States
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About This Item
Crowell-Collier Press, 1969. First Edition. Hardcover. Near Fine. 198 pages. A relatively early book on quasars for a popular astronomy audience-the dense accretions of matter around black holes were only named in 1964. The author, at the time a marketing manager for a space contractor, went on to become a popular and respected science fiction author. First edition (first printing). A near fine copy in a price-clipped, but otherwise fine dust jacket. This copy is inscribed by the author, 'To John Campbell--A book about something that puzzles and challenges scientists--what else? With very best wishes, Ben.' Campbell was the editor of the science-fiction magazine Analog and a piece of his note stationery is laid in. A nice association as Bova would replace Campbell after his death.
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Details
- Bookseller
- Eureka Books (US)
- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 1835
- Title
- In Quest of Quasars
- Author
- Bova, Ben
- Format/Binding
- Hardcover
- Book Condition
- Used
- Jacket Condition
- Near Fine
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Edition
- First Edition
- Publisher
- Crowell-Collier Press
- Date Published
- 1969
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Eureka Books
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Eureka, California
About Eureka Books
Eureka Books, established in 1987, is a classic antiquarian shop with books in all subjects and price ranges. We're open Monday - Saturday in Old Town Eureka, California.
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