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Collector Features & Identification
• Author: Terry Brooks
• Book Series: The Heritage of Shannara (Book One)
• Illustrator: Keith Parkinson (Jacket Art)
• Publisher & Year: Del Rey / Ballantine Books (1990)
• Format: Hardcover with Dust Jacket (HCDJ)
• Edition: First Edition, First Printing (Trade Edition).
• Identification: Full number line present on the copyright page.
• Genre: Epic Fantasy / High Fantasy
• Topics: Par Ohmsford, Walker Boh, Wren Ohmsford, The Shadowen, The Sword of Shannara, The Four Lands
• Page Count: 465 Pages
About the Book (Synopsis)
Three hundred years after the events of the original Shannara trilogy, the Four Lands are suffocating under the tyrannical rule of the Federation. Magic is strictly outlawed, the Elves have completely vanished, and the Dwarves are enslaved in labor camps. But a darker, unseen evil known as the Shadowen is quietly poisoning the land. The spirit of the legendary Druid Allanon returns to summon the last descendants of the Shannara bloodline—Par, Walker Boh, and Wren Ohmsford. He assigns each of them an impossible, lethal quest: recover the lost Sword of Shannara, bring back the vanished Elves, and restore the lost Keep of Paranor to save the world from total annihilation.
Archival Preservation
• Mylar Shield: Protected by a professional-grade, archival-safe 1.5-mil Mylar cover.
• Full-Wrap Backing: The dust jacket is stabilized with acid-free, pH-neutral paper backing. This prevents edge-creasing and protects against acidic migration from the boards.
• Structural Integrity: Stored upright in a smoke-free, climate-controlled environment. The binding is exceptionally firm and resistant.
Condition Report
This book is in Very Good condition. It is a highly preserved survivor from 1990 that retains excellent structural integrity.
• Dust Jacket: Bright, uncreased, and completely intact, protected by Mylar. Displays beautifully with no major ripping or creasing.
• Binding & Boards: Tight, square, and completely firm. Absolutely no tape marks, glue residue, tearing, or rips to the naked boards. Minor handling wear consistent with its Very Good grade.
• Text Block: The internal architecture is highly preserved. The pages are crisp, firm, and clean, completely avoiding heavy age wear or cracking.
• Internal: No internal markings, library stamps, remainder marks, or previous owner names.
Why This Listing Has Premium Pricing
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○ Deep Forensic Research: I conduct meticulous research on every book, thoroughly checking number lines and publisher markers to guarantee exactly which printing you are receiving.
○ The Craft of Preservation: Hardcover books arrive protected by high-grade archival sleeves with acid-free backing.
○ Unmatched Transparency: I provide honest, detailed descriptions of the surface characteristics and structural integrity, ensuring you know exactly what is in your collection.
○ Transparent Pricing & True Shipping: I charge exactly what the post costs me. The listing price reflects the honest market value of a flawless, unread, fully verified first printing.
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Physical Dimensions (Books Only)
• Height: 9.50 in
• Length: 6.50 in
• Width: 1.60 in
• Weight: 1 lb 15 oz
Shipping & Handling
• Your book will be shipped with protective padding in a safely padded box or a bubble-wrapped envelope. I ship within 1-2 business days.
• Service: USPS Media Mail
