Contact by Carl Sagan First Edition Hardcover 1985 Simon & Schuster Sci-Fi
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Own a piece of literary and scientific history with Contact by Carl Sagan, published in 1985 by Simon & Schuster. This is a true first edition, first printing, featuring the full number line (10–1) and original dust jacket (ISBN 0-671-43400-4). Carl Sagan, the legendary astronomer, astrophysicist, and Pulitzer Prize-winning author, brings to life a profound story of humanity’s first contact with extraterrestrial intelligence. The novel inspired the Academy Award-winning film starring Jodie Foster and remains a cornerstone of modern science fiction.
This collectible hardcover includes the striking cosmic dust jacket art and features chapter epigraphs from literary giants like William Blake and Edward Gibbon. A must-have for collectors of classic sci-fi, vintage first editions, or fans of Carl Sagan’s groundbreaking work bridging science and imagination.
Condition:
• Dust Jacket: Glossy and intact with some light edge and corner wear; small creases and minor rubbing visible.
• Book Boards: Clean and sturdy, corners show light bumping.
• Pages: Clean, white, and unmarked with strong binding; very light age toning and a faint smudge along the bottom edge (see photo).
Details:
• Author: Carl Sagan
• Publisher: Simon & Schuster
• Publication Year: 1985
• Edition: First Edition / First Printing (full number line 10–1)
• Format: Hardcover with dust jacket
• ISBN: 0671434004
• Genre: Science Fiction, Literature
• Dimensions: Approx. 9.5” x 6.5” x 1.5”
• Weight: ~2 lbs (0.9 kg)
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