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This Census-Taker: Available Copies

Fairly worn, but readable and intact. If applicable: Dust jacket, disc or access code may not be included.

In a remote house on a hilltop, a lonely boy witnesses a traumatic event. He tries - and fails - to flee. Left alone with his increasingly deranged parent, he dreams of safety, of joining the other children in the town below, of escape.When at last a stranger knocks at his door, the boy senses that his days of isolation might be over.But by what authority does this man keep the meticulous records he carries? What is the purpose behind his questions? Is he friend? Enemy? Or something else altogether?A novella filled with beauty, terror and strangeness, This Census-Taker is a poignant and riveting exploration of memory and identity. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Near fine book with clean interior in a near fine unclipped jacket with no chips or tears. Stated first edition with a one in the number line.

Slight wear, near fine.

Stated first edition/first print with complete number line beginning with "1". As new. Opened only to apply mylar protection. Clean, tight and bright. Not bumps, creases, tears or stains. Not price clipped, remaindered or library withdrawn. Shipped padded in a box with tracking number provided on domestic shipping.

In a remote house on a hilltop, a lonely boy witnesses a traumatic event. He tries - and fails - to flee. Left alone with his increasingly deranged parent, he dreams of safety, of joining the other children in the town below, of escape.When at last a stranger knocks at his door, the boy senses that his days of isolation might be over.But by what authority does this man keep the meticulous records he carries? What is the purpose behind his questions? Is he friend? Enemy? Or something else altogether?A novella filled with beauty, terror and strangeness, This Census-Taker is a poignant and riveting exploration of memory and meaning.

Paperback. In a remote house on a hilltop, a lonely boy witnesses a traumatic event. He tries - and fails - to flee. Left alone with his increasingly deranged parent, he dreams of safety, of joining the other children in the town below, of escape.When at last a stranger knocks at his door, the boy senses that his days of isolation might be over.But by what authority does this man keep the meticulous records he carries? What is the purpose behind his questions? Is he friend? Enemy? Or something else altogether?A novella filled with beauty, terror and strangeness, This Census-Taker is a poignant and riveting exploration of memory and meaning. A stunning, uncanny and moving novella from the award-winning master of speculative fiction, China Mieville. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

8vo, 210 pp.

New York: del Rey:, 2016. First edition, Hardcover, Fine in Fine dust jacket, 203 pp. Cover artwork by: David Stevenson "In a remote house on a hilltop, a lonely boy witnesses a profoundly traumatic event. He tries and fails to flee. Left alone with his increasingly deranged parent, he dreams of safety, of joining the other children in the town below, of escape. When at last a stranger knocks at his door, the boy senses that his days of isolation might be over. But by what authority does this man keep the meticulous records he carries? What is the purpose behind his questions? Is he friend? Enemy? Or something else altogether?" First edition, Hardcover, Fine in Fine dust jacket,

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Hardcover first edition with intact dust jacket and firm straight spine. Book has minimal signs of shelf or handling wear. Dust Jacket is protected by a Mylar Wrap. Pages are free of Highlighting or writing

First printing of the stated first edition. Book and dust jacket in fine, as new condition.

First printing (complete number line). No remainder mark, not price-clipped, not bumped. Comes in a Brodart protective cover. All books are bubble-wrapped and placed in a sturdy shipping box when mailed. Tracking number supplied on domestic orders.

First printing (complete number line) of trade edition. No remainder mark, not price-clipped, not bumped. Comes in a Brodart protective cover. All books are bubble-wrapped and placed in a sturdy shipping box when mailed. Tracking number supplied on domestic orders.

First printing of first American edition with complete number line (1-9). Unmarked, unclipped, extremely bright, incredibly tight, crisp, unread copy in pristine condition. Admits no flaws. This copy is spectacular! Archival mylar covered dust jacket. Carefully bubble wrapped and ships in sturdy box.

160 pages. 6.02x1.18x9.21 inches. In Stock.

Brand New. Soft Cover International Edition. Different ISBN and Cover Image. Priced lower than the standard editions which is usually intended to make them more affordable for students abroad. The core content of the book is generally the same as the standard edition. The country selling restrictions may be printed on the book but is no problem for the self-use. This Item maybe shipped from US or any other country as we have multiple locations worldwide.

New. US edition. Expediting shipping for all USA and Europe orders excluding PO Box. Excellent Customer Service.

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The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.