The Crystal Empire
| First published | 1986 |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Tor |
| Format | Hardcover |
| Type | Novel |
| ISBN | 031294070X |
| Cover art | David B. Mattingly |
| Pages | ix+449 |
Notes
- "First printing: December 1986"
- First printing by number line 0987654321
- "Jacket art by David B. Mattingly" on copyright page and rear flap, the artwork is also signed
- This has the ISBN that was originally assigned to it by Bluejay Books before the imprint was dissolved. The front flap and copyright page notes "A Bluejay International Edition."
- Bluejay Books sent out advance proofs that show the book was originally scheduled for September, 1986 publication.
- Proof ISBN identical to final book published by Tor.
Awards
| Year | Award | Category | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | Prometheus Award | Prometheus Award for Best Libertarian SF Novel | Nominee/Finalist |
Other Editions
| Title | Year | Publisher | Format | Type | Catalog ID | Cover Artist | Pages | |
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| The Crystal Empire |
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1988 | Grafton | Paperback | Novel | Tim White | 511 | |
| The Crystal Empire |
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1989 | Tor | Paperback | Novel | Michael Whelan | 449 | |
| The Crystal Empire | 1993 | Tor | Paperback | Novel | ||||
| The Crystal Empire |
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2010 | Phoenix Pick | eBook | Novel | |||
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2010 | Phoenix Pick | Trade Paperback | Novel | 378 |