first edition
1952 · London
by Berry, Bryan
London: Printed in Great Britain and Published by Hamilton & Co. (Stafford) Limited, 1952. Octavo, pictorial wrappers. First edition. Panther Books 00. Mankind's attempt to reach the stars is thwarted by the Planners, an ancient race of aliens who control the universe and prevent immature and/or evil races from contaminating others. Clarke, Tale of the Future (1978), p. 86. Harbottle and Holland A4. Reginald 01193. Small tape reinforcements to spine ends, page edges age-darkened, small price stamp on front cover, a very good copy with bright covers. (#144004) (Inventory #: 144004)