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Planets for sale

by A. E. van Vogt, E. Hull

Accused of manipulation by a mysterious group, Artur Blord travels a dangerous path through the Ridge Stars. He faces both alien and human threats as he attempts to uncover a hidden secret and secure power as master of the region.

Accession 8829 ISBN 0586047603 Publisher Granada
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