This is a first edition (3rd printing) hardcover copy of Battlefield Earth: A Saga of the Year 3000 by L. Ron Hubbard, published by St. Martin’s Press in 1982.
📘 Condition Details:
Dust Jacket: Present and still vibrant, but does show edge and corner wear (see photos).
Cover: Hardcover boards have some age spotting/stains from past moisture exposure, mostly on the spine and inside of the jacket.
Interior: Binding is tight and appears unread. Pages are clean and bright overall, though there is some age-related discoloration and spotting—mostly on the front and rear endpapers (see photos).
Dust Jacket flap and inside cover: Visible staining from past moisture but no major structural damage.
This is an epic piece of vintage sci-fi from the founder of Scientology and a cult classic in the genre. Despite the cosmetic issues, it’s a solid copy and a great shelf piece for collectors or fans of classic 80s science fiction.
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