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Islands in the Sky

by Clarke, Arthur C

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About This Item

New York: Signet : New American Library, 1960. Ex-Library. Good-. Soft cover. Later Printing. Sci-fi novel of a man winning a grand prize to visit the vicinity of Earth - but finding himself embarking on a danger-filled adventure beyond his wildest dreams. Softcover, 157pp., book shows moderate general wear, the usual ex-lib markings. A good reading copy. Size: 12mo - over 6¾" - 7¾" tall.

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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Seller
JB Books US (US)
Seller's Inventory #
00011257
Title
Islands in the Sky
Author
Clarke, Arthur C
Format/Binding
Paperback
Book Condition
Used - Good-
Edition
Later Printing
Publisher
Signet : New American Library
Place of Publication
New York
Date Published
1960
Keywords
SCI-FI, SCIENCE FICTION, FANTASY, NOVELS
Bookseller catalogs
Science Fiction;

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12mo
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Reading Copy
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