THE MAN WHO FELL TO EARTH.
[New York: Avon Books, 1976]. Small octavo, pictorial wrappers. Later edition, first Avon printing. Avon 27276. Signed and inscribed by Tevis to his book editor at Doubleday. First published in 1963, this edition is a tie-in for the 1976 film with an image of David Bowie on the cover. Story concerns an alien who comes to Earth seeking to bring his people here as they are suffering from extreme drought. Basis for the 1976 film by Nicholas Roeg with David Bowie, later a made for television film (1987) and a television series (2022). [Reference: Anatomy of Wonder (1987) 3-378]. Toning to text paper, edge rubs and reading creases, a very good copy. Scarce signed. (33972). Item #33972
Price: $250.00