The Man Who Fell To Earth by Walter Tevis
The Man Who Fell To Earth by Walter Tevis
See, it is possible to make a beautiful movie tie in book cover. This time it's Walter Tevis' 1963 science fiction classic, The Man Who Fell to Earth. The sci-fi novel which was later turned into a film of the same name by director Nicolas Roeg, in 1976, whose pitch perfect casting of David Bowie as the titular character made for an incredible combination. Beautiful little Pan Books paperback, a scarce first British edition.
'POWER, SPACE, TIME AND A VISITOR.
Thomas Jerome Newton is an alien who has come to Earth in search of water to save his home planet. Aided by lawyer Oliver Farnsworth, Thomas uses his knowledge of advanced technology to create profitable inventions. While developing a method to transport water, Thomas meets Mary-Lou, a quiet hotel clerk, and begins to fall in love with her. Just as he is ready to leave Earth, Thomas is intercepted by the U.S. government, and his entire plan is threatened.'
We've also got some of Walter Tevis other iconic works, including The Hustler and The Colour of Money.
Cover Illustration by George Underwood
Paperback
First British Edition
Published by PAN Books
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