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H.G. Wells. 1st Edition of The Time Machine

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H.G. Wells. 1st Edition of The Time Machine
<B>H.G. Wells. </B></I><B><I>The Time Machine, An Invention</B></I></B></I>. London: William Heinemann, 1895. <BR> <BR>First edition, first issue. Twelvemo. 152 pages with 16 pages of ads at rear. <BR><BR>Oatmeal buckram with plum printing on covers and spine; sphinx on recto cover, emblematic device on verso. Minor wear and soiling to covers. Spine is moderately age toned/soiled. Endleaves show typical light foxing; interior leaves reveal creamy age toning and are in fine condition. One of the most important and influential works in the science fiction genre. Overall, a very desirable copy of Wells' second and most famous novel. <I>From the Robert and Diane Yaspan Collection.</B></I><BR><BR><b>Shipping:</b> Books & Catalogs (<a target="_blank" href="http://www.heritageauctions.com/common/shipping.php">view shipping information</a>)