Boulle (Pierre) Monkey Planet
£675
London, Martin Secker, 1964.
First English edition. 8vo. Original boards. Dust-jacket, priced 18s.
First English edition of the book that became the basis for ‘The Planet of the Apes’ films and the numerous spin-offs.
In stock
Some very minor spotting to title-page; boards very good; jacket rubbed at extremities with some wear to corners.
Jacket artwork by Margaret Eastoe.
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