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The Jewels of Aptor

by Samuel R. Delaney

The Jewels of Aptor is a science fantasy novel by Samuel R. Delany, his first published novel. It first appeared in shortened form as an Ace Double F-173 together with Second Ending by James White. From the 1968 edition onwards, Delany's original text has been restored, as the first edition was shortened by about fifteen pages for publication in the Ace Double format.

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English

Original Language

English

Published In

1962

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Samuel R. Delaney

United States

Samuel R. Delany nicknamed "Chip", is an American author and literary critic. His work includes fiction memoir, criticism and essays on science fiction, literature, sexuality, and society. His fictio...

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