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Robert Heinlein: Starship Troopers

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Robert Heinlein: Starship Troopers
<B>Robert A. Heinlein: <I>Starship Troopers</B></I>.</B></I> (New York: G.P. Putnam's Sons, 1959), first edition, 309 pages, blue cloth with silver lettering on spine and front cover, 8vo (5.5" x 8"), first issue $3.95 dust jacket (in protective Mylar). Jacket illustration by Jerry Robinson. Originally serialized in October and November, 1959 as "Starship Soldier", <I>Starship Troopers</B></I> won the 1960 Hugo Award for Best Novel. Since its publication, Heinlein has been criticized for this novel, which some readers have found too militaristic and pro-fascist. Whatever your point of view, this is a rare chance to acquire <I>Starship Troopers</B></I> in such pristine condition. This copy is in virtually new condition, with no noticeable flaws present. The book comes housed in a beautiful custom quarter leather slipcase with marbled boards. <I>From the Ventura 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>)