Star Rider by Doris Piserchia (1974 Bantam Q8408) Vintage Sci-Fi Paperback OOP
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Star Rider by Doris Piserchia (1974 Bantam Q8408) Vintage Sci-Fi Paperback OOP. Part of Bantam’s “Frederik Pohl Selection”, this mass-market paperback (catalog number Q8408) is a cult favorite among collectors of classic 1970s sci-fi. This edition is out of print and not often available, making it desirable for collectors of Bantam sci-fi and Frederik Pohl’s handpicked selections. Step back into the golden era of vintage science fiction with Star Rider by Doris Piserchia, published by Bantam Books in March 1974. Part of Bantam’s “Frederik Pohl Selection”, this mass-market paperback (catalog number Q8408) is a cult favorite among collectors of classic 1970s sci-fi. Plot Teaser: In a shrunken universe where entire worlds teeter on the brink of extinction, a young woman with extraordinary powers embarks on a desperate search for a dream planet. Her quest could save her species — or doom them all. About the Author: Doris Piserchia (1928–2002) was an American science fiction author active during the 1970s and 1980s, known for imaginative and unconventional works such as Earthchild, Doomtime, and Mister Justice. Her novels often blend cosmic-scale storytelling with deeply personal character arcs, giving her a unique voice in the speculative fiction landscape. Rarity Note: This edition is out of print and not often available, making it desirable for collectors of Bantam sci-fi and Frederik Pohl’s handpicked selections. --- Condition Good vintage condition for a 51-year-old paperback. Cover shows moderate wear: surface scuffs, creases, edge rubbing, and small corner tear. Spine has noticeable reading creases and curvature but remains intact. Pages are yellowed with age (typical of 1970s pulp stock). No missing pages observed; text remains clear and fully readable. A well-preserved reading copy and a solid addition to any vintage science fiction collection.
