A classic historical fiction epic of the American space program, Space by James A. Michener blends meticulous research with page-turning drama. First published in 1982 at the height of shuttle-era enthusiasm, Michener charts NASA’s rise through the lives of engineers, astronauts, and families caught in the orbit of discovery.
This hardcover features blue cloth boards with gilt titling and the original dust jacket; cartographic artwork is credited to Jean Paul Tremblay. Photo-verified, clean text, and ready for display or a rewarding read.
Quick Specs
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Item Type: Vintage hardcover book with dust jacket
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Size: 9 × 7 × 2 in
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Material: Cloth-bound boards, paper pages, printed dust jacket
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Color: Blue boards with gilt; black multicolor jacket
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Origin or Maker: Random House, New York
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Year or Era: 1982
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GENRE: Historical Fiction (Space Exploration)
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Language / Pages: English / 622 pages
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Identifiers: ISBN 0-394-50555-7; also noted: ISBN 0-394-54764-X (lim. ed.)
Edition & Features
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Dust Jacket: Present (price not verified); light edge wear noted
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Illustrations/Maps/Plates: Cartography credit to Jean Paul Tremblay; decorative title spread
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Extras: Gilt spine titling; “J.A.M.” gilt cartouche on front board
Condition Grade: Very Good
Notes: Clean, unmarked text; square binding. Jacket shows small chips/edge wear at extremities and light rubs; boards and corners with minor shelf wear (see photos).
See all photos for detail—sold as pictured.
Condition Grade Key
Near Fine: minimal wear; tight; clean.
Very Good: light wear; clean text; minor flaws.
Good: noticeable wear; sound reading copy; some marks.
Fair: heavy wear; complete but worn; priced accordingly.
About the Author James A. Michener
James A. Michener (1907–1997) was a Pulitzer Prize–winning author known for panoramic, research-rich novels such as Hawaii, Centennial, and The Source.
Add this space-race saga to your shelf and get lost in liftoff.
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