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Starship Troopers

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Item specifics

Condition
Brand new: A new, unread, unused book in perfect condition with no missing or damaged pages. See the ...
price
51.87
yearPublished
1987
ISBN
9780441783588

About this product

Product Identifiers

Publisher
Penguin Publishing Group
ISBN-10
0441783589
ISBN-13
9780441783588
eBay Product ID (ePID)
526714

Product Key Features

Book Title
Starship Troopers
Number of Pages
352 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
1987
Topic
Science Fiction / Action & Adventure, Science Fiction / Alien Contact, Science Fiction / Military
Genre
Fiction
Author
Robert A. Heinlein
Format
Us-Tall Rack Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height
0.9 in
Item Weight
7.4 Oz
Item Length
7.5 in
Item Width
4.2 in

Additional Product Features

Intended Audience
Trade
Reviews
"Nothing has come along that can match it."-- Science Fiction Weekly   "A book that continues to resonate and influence to this day, and one whose popularity and luster hasn't been dimmed despite decades of imitations."-- SF Reviews   "Heinlein's genius is at its height in this timeless classic that is as meaningful today as when it was written...a fast-paced novel that never gets preachy. This is a definite must-have, must-read book."-- SF Site, "Elegantly drawn battle scenes."-- Science Fiction Weekly "A book that continues to resonate and influence to this day, and one whose popularity and luster hasn't been dimmed despite decades of imitations."-- SF Reviews "Heinlein's genius is at its height in this timeless classic that is as meaningful today as when it was written...a fast-paced novel that never gets preachy. This is a definite must-have, must-read book."-- SF Site
Dewey Edition
22
Grade From
Twelfth Grade
Dewey Decimal
[Fic]
Grade To
UP
Edition Description
International edition
Synopsis
In Robert A. Heinlein's controversial Hugo Award-winning bestseller, a recruit of the future goes through the toughest boot camp in the Universe--and into battle against mankind's most alarming enemy... Johnnie Rico never really intended to join up--and definitely not the infantry. But now that he's in the thick of it, trying to get through combat training harder than anything he could have imagined, he knows everyone in his unit is one bad move away from buying the farm in the interstellar war the Terran Federation is waging against the Arachnids. Because everyone in the Mobile Infantry fights. And if the training doesn't kill you, the Bugs are more than ready to finish the job... "A classic...If you want a great military adventure, this one is for you."-- All SciFi

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  • g***d (117)- Feedback left by buyer.
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    All in all I am happy with this seller despite the circumstances. I ordered a brand new item, but when it arrived it was a retired library book. An error on the seller's part, which they made EVERY effort to correct once they were made aware. Communication with them was direct, reciprocated and honest. I was given options in regards to the error in my order, and we settled on a partial refund. This is more courtesy and effort than I've experienced with other sellers on Ebay, so thank you. Cheers
  • d***x (1186)- Feedback left by buyer.
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    This book was never shipped. After I purchased this book (LAST ONE, according with the seller), the sellers page uploaded "another" book: same title, same photo, same description, with a price five times of the original. After reviewing this seller's feedback, one learns it's something he does frequently. Sell a book, refuse to honer the sale, list the same book at a higher price. I should've check the feedback, my mistake. Seller responded with tracking, several days later still not shipped.
  • d***u (608)- Feedback left by buyer.
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    New quality as indicated. Price was very competitive. Arrived in good condition. The picture is of the 3rd Edition, but the 4th Edition was shipped, which was ok with me. Appearance is a little different as the cover isn't the same but again that's ok. Shipping seemed a little long, but I wasn't in a super hurry so a few more days was ok, plus it came book class which takes a little longer and tracking isn't as good. Overall, I would buy from again.

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  • Top favourable review

    More than just an exciting sci-fi tale.

    This book is exciting and written in a witty, if strange prose from an interesting perspective. It is very much a sci fi military novel. It has more military in it than I expected, but Heinlein did his research because it is a pretty accurate depiction of military service, even if slightly futuristic. The action is exciting, but a little vague. That action isn't all there is though. As you will read in most reviews, the controversial commentary on politic is probably the most interesting and compelling part. I think everyone should read this book. It is quite easy to read as well. The book itself is decent as a paperback. There are plenty of reprints so the cover art may vary.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: NewSold by: innersleeve-1

  • Better than the film, arrived as promised.

    I bought this because I am a fan of the Verhoeven movie adaptation, and I remember the book from when I was a kid and my older brother was reading it. Finally getting to it now as an adult, I find it compelling in storytelling and rich in ideas. The book was used but in very good condition. Just a small smudge of some kind of gunk on the cover, which I cleaned up easily with a spray of household cleaner. Am very satisfied.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-ownedSold by: japollo91

  • This is an excellent book! Timely for today though written decades ago. Such a fun read. Feels like Halo and many other games were inspired by it. I h

    This is an excellent book! Timely for today though written decades ago. Such a fun read. Feels like Halo and many other games were inspired by it. I highly recommend it.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-ownedSold by: goodwill_of_oc

  • Re-read this story for the fifth time after many years. enjoyed it again.

    One of the best Sci Fi novels of the twentieth century. An influene on other writers and in the video game industry with games like Mech Warrior. I had a desire to re-read this story for the fifth time after many years. enjoyed it again.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-ownedSold by: your_online_bookstore

  • In pretty good condition, shipped very safely in a box, a first for a single book, in my experience. seems perfectly readable, eager to read it.

    In pretty good condition, shipped very safely in a box, a first for a single book, in my experience. seems perfectly readable, eager to read it.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-ownedSold by: shanners138