A HERITAGE OF STRANGERS [published title: A HERITAGE OF STARS]
first edition
1977 · New York
by Simak, Clifford D[onald]
New York: Published by Berkley Publishing Corporation Distributed by G. P. Putnam's Sons, 1977. Octavo, printed blue wrappers. Advance copy (uncorrected proof) of the first edition. The second version of this proof, preceded by Berkley's 182-page proof titled PLACE OF GOING TO THE STARS (Simak's original title). The setting of this 215-page proof differs from that of the earlier proof as well as Berkley's 219-page published edition. "An unassuming hero on a far-future depopulated Earth goes in search of 'the- Place of Going to the Stars.' Along the way he picks up the usual troupe of Simakian boon companions. Effective, if repetitive, sentimental adventure." - Pringle, The Ultimate Guide to Science Fiction, second edition (1995), p. 171. Spine panel sunned, faint vertical crease to rear cover and last two leaves, a near fine copy. A scarce proof. (#111121) (Inventory #: 111121)