Earth Abides by George Stewart - First Edition, Second Printing
This is a rare copy of George Stewart’s post-apocalyptic novel “Earth Abides.” This second printing of the first edition does not include a dust jacket and is in good condition. There is writing, in pencil, on the endpaper and a slight tilting to the binding. Otherwise, the pages are clean and intact, with no creasing or marks.
The story follows Isherwood "Ish" Williams, who emerges from a mountain retreat after a pandemic ravages humanity. As he returns to civilization, he encounters a small group of survivors and becomes their reluctant leader, guiding them in rebuilding society. The narrative captures their struggles in a landscape reclaiming itself from human impact. Stewart contrasts human fragility with nature's resilience, depicting a world where life endures regardless of human presence. The novel addresses governance, knowledge transfer, and life's cycles, emphasizing the connection between humanity and the planet.
This is a rare copy of George Stewart’s post-apocalyptic novel “Earth Abides.” This second printing of the first edition does not include a dust jacket and is in good condition. There is writing, in pencil, on the endpaper and a slight tilting to the binding. Otherwise, the pages are clean and intact, with no creasing or marks.
The story follows Isherwood "Ish" Williams, who emerges from a mountain retreat after a pandemic ravages humanity. As he returns to civilization, he encounters a small group of survivors and becomes their reluctant leader, guiding them in rebuilding society. The narrative captures their struggles in a landscape reclaiming itself from human impact. Stewart contrasts human fragility with nature's resilience, depicting a world where life endures regardless of human presence. The novel addresses governance, knowledge transfer, and life's cycles, emphasizing the connection between humanity and the planet.
This is a rare copy of George Stewart’s post-apocalyptic novel “Earth Abides.” This second printing of the first edition does not include a dust jacket and is in good condition. There is writing, in pencil, on the endpaper and a slight tilting to the binding. Otherwise, the pages are clean and intact, with no creasing or marks.
The story follows Isherwood "Ish" Williams, who emerges from a mountain retreat after a pandemic ravages humanity. As he returns to civilization, he encounters a small group of survivors and becomes their reluctant leader, guiding them in rebuilding society. The narrative captures their struggles in a landscape reclaiming itself from human impact. Stewart contrasts human fragility with nature's resilience, depicting a world where life endures regardless of human presence. The novel addresses governance, knowledge transfer, and life's cycles, emphasizing the connection between humanity and the planet.