Bova, Ben (1932–2020)

The Immortality Factor [Signed and inscribed, near-future science thriller, longevity ethics, medical science fiction]

New York: Tor Science Fiction, 2009.

A signed and inscribed first edition of Ben Bova’s late-career science thriller exploring the ethical, political, and personal consequences of radical life extension. Issued by Tor at the height of renewed popular interest in longevity research and biotech futures. Tor first edition.

The bindings are tight and square. Text is clean; pages bright with no toning. No spine creasing; unread appearance. Covers remain crisp with no flaws or blemishes. Signed and warmly inscribed on the title page by Ben Bova, dated 29 May 2010. First Edition, First Printing.

Ben Bova was a major figure in American science fiction, serving as editor of Analog and Omni while also producing a substantial body of socially grounded speculative fiction. The Immortality Factor reflects his long-standing interest in science policy, ethics, and near-term technological change. There is no major film adaptation of this work.

Subjects: life extension, medical ethics, biotechnology, scientific responsibility, future societies, moral philosophy, Science fiction, science thriller, speculative fiction.

From the estate of Jeri Kandel of Sarasota, Florida. Jeri, an aspiring Sci-Fi/Horror author, was active in the Florida West Coast Sci-Fi–Fantasy community. She served as a volunteer for DragonCon in Atlanta and other Florida West Coast and Orlando conventions, and as an active member of ASFA (Association of Science Fiction & Fantasy Artists), through which she acquired many remarkable autographs.

Item #21387

Price: $45.00