This is Bester's first book. -- Source of annotation: Marvin or Ruth Sackner.

The core of this work is an annotated reader's guide to approximately 2500 stories and novels by 880 writers "recommended as an introduction to the author in question, and to provide a quick appraisal of each book." -- Source of annotation: Marvin or Ruth Sackner.

This copy of the book is a first American edition, first printing. -- Source of annotation: Marvin or Ruth Sackner.

First published in the United States in 1957 by the New American Library as a Signet Book. This edition is also held by the Sackner Archive. -- Source of annotation: Marvin or Ruth Sackner.

This is a profusely illustrated rendition of Bester's science fiction book. Volume Two may not have been published. Bester contributed an introductory essay on the background of writing the original novel. -- Source of annotation: Marvin or Ruth Sackner.

This book includes a visual poem by Alan Halsey that is also reproduced in part on the front cover. -- Source of annotation: Marvin or Ruth Sackner.

Printed as gift for family and friends, Christmas 1987. The back cover depicts a photograph of the Nichol's family taken by Sean O'Huigin. Sarah was a baby then, held by bp. -- Source of annotation: Marvin or Ruth Sackner.