This Time of Darkness

The hardcover is in fair condition with a dust jacket that exhibits minor edge wear and library stickers. The book is an ex-library copy, marked by stamps and a library pocket. The binding remains intact, and the pages are clean, though slightly yellowed with age.

This Time of Darkness by H. M. Hoover is a science fiction novel first published in 1980 by The Viking Press, New York. This particular copy is a first edition, identifiable by the number line on the copyright page. The novel explores a dystopian future where protagonists Amy and Axel seek to escape their subterranean world. Hoover, known for her contributions to young adult science fiction, crafts a compelling narrative of hope and resilience. This edition is an ex-library copy, which may appeal to collectors interested in the history of its circulation. The book is bound in hardcover with a dust jacket that shows signs of wear, including library stickers and minor edge wear. A scarce find in its first edition, this book is a notable piece for collectors of vintage science fiction.