Description: The Speed of Dark by Elizabeth Moon (signed) Frontispiece by Lynn Pritchard Easton Press First Edition Description: Leatherbound hardback book published by Easton Press in 2003. Bound in top grade black leather with 22kt gold lettering and cover artwork. Hubbed spine, acid neutral paper with page edges gilded, satin moire endpapers, and a satin ribbon book mark sewn in. Collector's note, certificate of authenticity and unused publisher supplied bookplate laid in (not attached). Issued by Easton Press signed by the author on the limitation page without inscription or personalization. Book number 420 of 1,000 copies issued by Easton Press. This book won the 2003 Nebula Award for best novel. Synopsis: Lou Arrendale is autistic. When he is tapped to be the subject of an experimental new drug that could cure his condition, he is unsure about the changes it could bring, and afraid that in the midst of its benefits he will lose his individuality. Publisher's Note: In the near future, disease will be a condition of the past. Most genetic defects will be removed at birth; the remaining during infancy. Unfortunately, there will be a generation left behind. For members of that missed generation, small advances will be made. Through various programs, they will be taught to get along in the world despite their differences. They will be made active and contributing members of society. But they will never be normal. Lou Arrendale is a member of that lost generation, born at the wrong time to reap the awards of medical science. Part of a small group of high-functioning autistic adults, he has a steady job with a pharmaceutical company, a car, friends, and a passion for fencing. Aside from his annual visits to his counselor, he lives a low-key, independent life. He has learned to shake hands and make eye contact. He has taught himself to use "please"; and "thank you"; and other conventions of conversation because he knows it makes others comfortable. He does his best to be as normal as possible and not to draw attention to himself. But then his quiet life comes under attack. It starts with an experimental treatment that will reverse the effects of autism in adults. With this treatment Lou would think and act and be just like everyone else. But if he was suddenly free of autism, would he still be himself? Would he still love the same classical music–with its complications and resolutions? Would he still see the same colors and patterns in the world – shades and hues that others cannot see? Most importantly, would he still love Marjory, a woman who may never be able to reciprocate his feelings? Would it be easier for her to return the love of a "normal"? There are intense pressures coming from the world around him – including an angry supervisor who wants to cut costs by sacrificing the supports necessary to employ autistic workers. Perhaps even more disturbing are the barrage of questions within himself. For Lou must decide if he should submit to a surgery that might completely change the way he views the world . . . and the very essence of who he is. Thoughtful, provocative, poignant, unforgettable, The Speed of Dark is a gripping exploration into the mind of an autistic person as he struggles with profound questions of humanity and matters of the heart. Condition: Binding - fine, a couple of slight flaws to the page edge gilding, otherwise like new. Dust jacket - none, as issued. Our Business Policies: Use the Contact Seller link near the top of this listing to see our FAQs, which should answer most questions about our business and listing policies. We have moved the extensive text we used to have here to those FAQs. Shipping and Packing: General Information: We always ship in sturdy new boxes with premium heavy duty packing tape, bubblewrap and filler to keep the item(s) away from the sides of the box. The pictures below show the boxes that we use for shipping. A Note On Customs: When customs forms are required for a shipment, we fill them out honestly, stating that the contents are merchandise and giving the price you paid for the item (not including the shipping) as the value. Please do not ask us to do otherwise. Take any customs duty that you will have to pay into consideration before making your purchase. Please note that many countries have restrictions on the import of certain goods and sometimes on the maximum value that can be shipped to the country by various shipping methods. Priority Mail International insurance cannot be purchased for all countries and some limit the amount of insurance that can be purchased (default indemnity coverage seems to apply to all countries). Details on shipping conditions by country can be found on the United States Post Office web site. signedbyElizabethMoon
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Book Title: The Speed of Dark
Narrative Type: Fiction
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Format: Hardcover
Inscribed: No
Type: Novel
Features: 1st Edition, Certificates of Authenticity (COA) Included, Book 420 of 1,000 Copies, Fine Leather Binding, All Page Edges Gilt, Satin Ribbon Bookmark
Illustrator: Lynn Pritchard
Author: Elizabeth Moon
Personalized: No
Publication Year: 2003
Language: English
Signed: Yes
Signed By: Elizabeth Moon
Publisher: Easton Press
Genre: Science Fiction
