The Discoverers Daniel J. Boorstin 1983 First Edition HC DJ Random House VG

$ 5.94

Publisher: Random House Topic: Exploration, Science History, Civilization Language: English Original/Facsimile: Original Author: Daniel J Boorstin Special Attributes: First Edition, Original Dust Jacket , Collectible History Binding: Hardcover Year Printed: 1983 Vintage: Yes Country of Origin: United States Place of Publication: New York Region: North America Signed: No Subject: History / Civilization / Science

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The Discoverers Daniel J. Boorstin 1983 First Edition HC DJ Random House VG. With engaging prose and rich historical detail, Boorstin traces humanity’s quest to understand the natural world and ourselves. Rarity Note: While widely read, collectible first printings of Boorstin’s works remain desirable, especially with the original dust jacket present. Offered here is a First Edition / First Printing (1983) of The Discoverers by Pulitzer Prize–winning historian Daniel J. Boorstin, published by Random House. This sweeping volume is the first in Boorstin’s acclaimed trilogy (The Discoverers, The Creators, The Seekers) and explores humankind’s pursuit of knowledge through science, exploration, and cultural discovery. With engaging prose and rich historical detail, Boorstin traces humanity’s quest to understand the natural world and ourselves. Rarity Note: While widely read, collectible first printings of Boorstin’s works remain desirable, especially with the original dust jacket present. Condition Very Good. Clean text, tight binding, and solid boards. Dust jacket intact with edgewear, small chips, and light creasing at top edge (see photos). Pages remain bright and unmarked.