The Andromeda Strain

Norwalk, Connecticut: The Easton Press, 2003. [2003] This is the FULL GENUINE LEATHER FINE BINDING HARDCOVER published in 2003 by Easton Press -- NOT THE REGULAR TRADE CLOTH BINDING, THE CHEAPER COMPOSITE LEATHER, OR SIMULATED LEATHER, OR A FACSIMILE. SIGNED ON THE SIGNING PAGE BY THE AUTHOR AND SIGNED AGAIN ON THE CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY INCLUDED WITH THE BOOK. Deep green leather binding featuring beautiful gilt designs, 295 pages. Three ridges (hubs) on spine. Lettering, designs stamped with gorgeous accents of 22kt. gold - a hallmark of fine bookmaking. This beautifully bound book was hand selected from individually tanned hides. Textured and shaded, acid-neutral paper won't turn yellow over time. Endpapers are beautiful satin moiré, specially dyed for the publisher. Pages are Smyth-sewn into binding for permanence (not glued like ordinary books). Edges gilded on three sides to enhance the elegance of the book. Satin ribbon page marker bound in. Condition: New, never read. Purchased as a collectible book by medical doctor for his collection --- kept in temperature-controlled bookcase. Free of smelly humidity stains or the smell of a smoker. This is the frightening, haunting story about the outbreak of a new and lethal microorganism --- and how a government responds to this global threat with conspiratorial secrecy. It includes the events surrounding the Andromeda Strain, a compound of foresight and foolishness, innocence and ignorance. It's also a story about heroism and intelligence. Here is a story that will have you on edge - it's packed with tension and excitement. Collectible book, especially signed by the author and signed again on the Certificate of Authenticity. Note: We are a well-established, well-respected, ethical book dealer in business since 1991. We describe the condition of our books thoroughly and honestly, so you'll know exactly what you will be receiving when you order. We ship promptly. . By the Author. Leather. Fine.