WILD CARDS complete set of 1st cycle RR Martin MINT!!!!
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USD 300.00 |
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Monday, September 22, 2008 |
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Sunday, December 21, 2008 |
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Mississauga, Ontario |
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Wild Cards #1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 You are not likely to find the complete original paperback set published by Bantam Books, as it is being offered here all together. All books in GORGEOUS like new condition. The first book is from 1987 and the last is from 1993. I believe they are all the first prints with most all having the number lines reading 0 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1. Book 1: Wild Cards - 1987 Book 2: Aces High - 1987 Book 3: Jokers Wild - 1987 Book 4: Aces Abroad - 1988 Book 5: Down and Dirty - 1988 Book 6: Ace in the Hole - 1990 Book 7: Dead Man's Hand - 1990 Book 8: One-Eyed Jacks - 1991 Book 9: Jokertown Shuffle - 1991 Book 10: Double Solitaire - 1992 Book 11: Dealer's Choice - 1992 Book 12: Turn of the Cards - 1993 "The series relates an alternate history of the earth after World War II. In 1946 an alien virus that rewrites human DNA is accidentally unleashed in the skies over New York City. It kills 90% of those who come into contact with it (referred to as 'drawing the Black Queen'). However, 9% mutate into deformed creatures (known as Jokers) and the remaining 1% gain superpowers (known as Aces). There is also a class known as Deauces - Aces who have acquired useless or ridiculous powers, such as the ability to levitate up to two feet, or to grow bodily hair at will. The airborne virus eventually spreads all over the world, affecting tens of thousands. The Wild Cards universe is distinguished from most superhero comic book fiction by several thematic elements. Early on the authors decided to pursue a more realistic, or naturalistic approach to storytelling. Few of the Ace characters in Wild Cards have secret identities, or are traditional crime-fighting superheroes in the mold of Spider-Man or Batman. Wild Cards remained set within a recognizably real world with recognizably real people and pop culture and, because of the historical setting of many of the stories, had characters who aged realistically during the course of the series. The majority of Wild Card victims live in the run-down ghetto of Jokertown, while the fortunate Aces become glamorous celebrities. In addition, Wild Cards took a more graphic approach to violence, and particularly to sex, than most superhero stories do." I am the original owner of all these books. When reading these, I was very, very careful not to open them too far, so as not create any reading creases near or on the spines. All covers are bright shiny and crease-free. Sharp corners and edges. Inside pages are super clean and supple. No writing of any kind inside or outside. Very, very, very sharp, solid set of books over all. Check out the scans below. All scans are of the actual books you will receive. Please feel free to ask any questions. I usually respond to all inquiries within 8 hours. Buyer is to pay all shipping costs. Books will be well packed in a box with sufficient packing materials to protect them in transit. Payment Methods: Paypal, International Money Order or Certified Check. PAYMENT MUST BE RECEIVED WITHIN 10 DAYS AFTER AUCTION ENDS. International shipping may be higher and will be determined(depending on where you live) after auction ends. Multiple auctions won, may be combined in order to reduce shipping costs. Return Policy: Satisfaction is guaranteed!! If you are not happy with the product, let me know by e-mail as soon as you receive your item and please indicate why. If you return the product to me within 2 weeks of the date of your notice, I will refund your money, minus the shipping costs. You are responsible for getting the item/s back to me in the same condition in which I shipped them. I strive to be very accurate with the descriptions of the items in my auctions. If you have any questions or would like to see more detailed photos, please contact me before bidding. Click on the pics below to see BIGGER pics Thanks for looking and good luck bidding!! Pay me securely with any major credit card through PayPal!
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