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Collector Features & Identification
Authors: Piers Anthony & Robert E. Margroff
Series: Kelvin of Rud / Counter-Earth (Book 5 - Series Finale)
Illustrator: Darrell K. Sweet (Cover Artist)
Publisher & Year: Tor Books / Tom Doherty Associates, 1987
Format: Hardcover with Dust Jacket (HCDJ)
Edition: First Edition, First Printing.
Identification: Stated \"First Edition: January 1987\" with a full number line 0 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 present on the copyright page.
Jacket Price: Original $18.95 price intact on the front flap.
Genre: Fantasy / Adventure
Page Count: 311
Topics & Keywords
Characters: Kelvin of Rud, Mouvar the Dragon, The Prophecy of Rud.
Settings: The Overworld, Counter-Earth.
Themes: Final Prophecy, Draconic Magic, Series Conclusion, High Fantasy.
About the Book (Synopsis)
Mouvar\'s Magic serves as the epic conclusion to the Kelvin of Rud (Counter-Earth) quintet. In this final volume, the long-foretold prophecies surrounding Kelvin and the dragon Mouvar reach their dramatic resolution. This collaboration remains a favorite for fans of Piers Anthony’s classic quest-style narratives, providing a definitive end to the saga that began with Dragon\'s Gold.
Archival Preservation
Mylar Shield: Protected by a professional-grade, archival-safe 1.5-mil Mylar cover.
Full-Wrap Backing: The dust jacket is stabilized with acid-free, pH-neutral paper backing. This prevents edge-creasing and protects against acidic migration from the boards.
Structural Integrity: Stored upright in a smoke-free, climate-controlled environment. The binding is exceptionally tight; the boards remain resistant to opening, indicating this is a likely unread specimen.
Condition Report
This copy is in Pristine/Like New condition.
Binding & Boards: \"Shop-fresh\" structural integrity. Boards are clean with sharp, square corners.
Dust Jacket: High luster and vibrant Darrell K. Sweet artwork under Mylar. No chips, tears, or shelf-wear.
Text Block: Pages are exceptionally bright white, clean, and crisp. No foxing or tanning.
Internal: No markings, library stamps, remainder marks, or previous owner names.
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Physical Dimensions (Book Only)
Height: 8.50 in
Width: 5.75 in
Depth (Thickness): 1.25 in
Weight: 1 lb 2 oz
Shipping & Handling
Service: USPS Media Mail
Your book will be shipped with protective padding in a sturdy box or a safely bubble-wrapped envelope. We ship within 1-2 business days.
