***** This is the true first edition, first printing (with "FIRST PRINTING" stated on the copyright page, and with no later printings listed). ***** This book is SIGNED by the author (Arthur C. Clarke) on the title page. The author did not inscribe this book to anyone; it is just signed by the author. ***** Nice hardcover with dust jacket. There is NO writing, NO bookplates, and NO remainder marks. It is NOT a book club edition and NOT a former library book. ***** The dust jacket is the true first issue dust jacket (with the $4.95 price, and with the red NAL logo at the bottom of the spine). ***** CONDITION: The book is in NEAR FINE condition, and the dust jacket is in GOOD condition (several mild-to-moderate condition issues with the dust jacket, including creasing, small tears, small chipping, some edgewear, occasional light foxing). ***** We include new mylar (clear) dust jacket protectors with all books at no charge. ***** OUR GUARANTEE TO YOU: All books are guaranteed to be as described. We believe that no sale is complete until you are happy. Any book is returnable for a full refund (including postage) if you're not 100% satisfied. All books are packaged very carefully and shipped via USPS Mail with Delivery Confirmation. Thank you! Richard Vick, Modern First Editions (Buying and Selling Modern First Editions since 1982).