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SMITH, Edward E. “Doc" (1890-1965). Trio of First Editions of the Lensman Series, Plus an Early Reprint. [Fantasy Press and Gnome Press, 1950-54]. 8vos. Illustrated. Publisher's bindings, all but one with price-clipped dust jacket (general wear, soiling, scuffing, ownership markings; jackets have tape repairs, chips, tears, wear, soiling). Generally good. FIRST EDITIONS OF: First Lensman, Grey Lensman, Children of the Lens; the early reprint (Gnome Press) of Gray Lensman. Smith is one of the most important science fiction authors of the modern era, and is credited with being the father of the “Space Opera." From the collection of fantasy/sci fi collector, Greg Phillips.