Contact: A Novel.

First edition of Sagan's science fiction work which deals with the theme of contact between humanity and a more technologically advanced, extraterrestrial life form. Octavo, original half cloth. Association copy, warmly inscribed by the author on the title page, "For Shirley and Kel, with deep thanks for all your work in making this book possible Carl." The recipient, Sagan’s executive assistant Shirley Arden, was instrumental in Sagan’s success and handled all travel arrangements and publications in his most illustrious years which saw the Viking landings on Mars, the Cosmos television series, and the Voyager mission. Fine in a near fine dust jacket. Jacket design by Paul Bacon. Accompanied with a card from Arden laid in, stating, "Shirley Arden: Exec. Staff Asst." An exceptional association.