Advance Uncorrected Proof: Contagion by Robin Cook
This entry showcases an authentic, primary-source piece of late 20th-century medical thriller history, best-selling fiction lore, and pre-publication publishing ephemera: an official Advance Uncorrected Proof copy of Contagion by pioneer author Robin Cook.
A physician and master of medical suspense, Dr. Robin Cook virtually created the modern medical thriller genre with his landmark 1977 bestseller Coma. Published commercially in early 1996 by G. P. Putnam's Sons, Contagion introduces forensic pathologist Dr. Jack Stapleton in his inaugural series appearance. Investigating a series of baffling, highly lethal epidemic outbreaks across a major New York healthcare network—including deadly strains of Ebola, tularemia, and Rocky Mountain spotted fever—Dr. Stapleton uncovers a sinister corporate conspiracy driven by greed and biological sabotage.
Published for a scheduled January 9, 1996 release by G. P. Putnam's Sons (New York), this advance uncorrected proof represents the rare pre-publication state produced strictly for limited distribution, reviewer lists, and booksellers prior to trade release. Bound in original publisher bright red cardstock covers, the front displays a maroon title banner alongside a boxed publication notice reading "UNCORRECTED PROOF FOR LIMITED DISTRIBUTION (NOT FOR RESALE)". The metadata box details the planned $23.95 retail price, 448-page count, ISBN
0-399-14106-5, and designation as a Literary Guild Main Selection.Preserved in fine vintage condition with vibrant red wrappers, a tight spine with clean black titling, and a crisp text block, this advance proof serves as an essential centerpiece for Robin Cook completists, thriller archivists, and pre-publication manuscript displays.
Document/Record Specifications
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OFFICIAL 1996 PUTNAM UNCORRECTED PROOF: Pre-publication advance issue of Robin Cook's medical thriller Contagion.
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ORIGINAL PUBLISHER WRAPPERS & DATA BOX: Bound in red cardstock with printed January 9, 1996 release date, pricing, and page count.
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EXCELLENT VINTAGE CONDITION: Preserved in fine condition with bright wrappers, tight binding, and sharp text block.
Autograph Specifications & Provenance
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UNSIGNED PRE-PUBLICATION PROOF: Unsigned, as distributed to promotional and reviewer lists prior to trade release.
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PUBLISHER PROVENANCE: Authentic primary-source advance proof bearing original G. P. Putnam's Sons production notices and hallmarks.
Advance Uncorrected Proof: Contagion by Robin Cook
This entry showcases an authentic, primary-source piece of late 20th-century medical thriller history, best-selling fiction lore, and pre-publication publishing ephemera: an official Advance Uncorrected Proof copy of Contagion by pioneer author Robin Cook.
A physician and master of medical suspense, Dr. Robin Cook virtually created the modern medical thriller genre with his landmark 1977 bestseller Coma. Published commercially in early 1996 by G. P. Putnam's Sons, Contagion introduces forensic pathologist Dr. Jack Stapleton in his inaugural series appearance. Investigating a series of baffling, highly lethal epidemic outbreaks across a major New York healthcare network—including deadly strains of Ebola, tularemia, and Rocky Mountain spotted fever—Dr. Stapleton uncovers a sinister corporate conspiracy driven by greed and biological sabotage.
Published for a scheduled January 9, 1996 release by G. P. Putnam's Sons (New York), this advance uncorrected proof represents the rare pre-publication state produced strictly for limited distribution, reviewer lists, and booksellers prior to trade release. Bound in original publisher bright red cardstock covers, the front displays a maroon title banner alongside a boxed publication notice reading "UNCORRECTED PROOF FOR LIMITED DISTRIBUTION (NOT FOR RESALE)". The metadata box details the planned $23.95 retail price, 448-page count, ISBN
0-399-14106-5, and designation as a Literary Guild Main Selection.Preserved in fine vintage condition with vibrant red wrappers, a tight spine with clean black titling, and a crisp text block, this advance proof serves as an essential centerpiece for Robin Cook completists, thriller archivists, and pre-publication manuscript displays.
Document/Record Specifications
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OFFICIAL 1996 PUTNAM UNCORRECTED PROOF: Pre-publication advance issue of Robin Cook's medical thriller Contagion.
-
ORIGINAL PUBLISHER WRAPPERS & DATA BOX: Bound in red cardstock with printed January 9, 1996 release date, pricing, and page count.
-
EXCELLENT VINTAGE CONDITION: Preserved in fine condition with bright wrappers, tight binding, and sharp text block.
Autograph Specifications & Provenance
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UNSIGNED PRE-PUBLICATION PROOF: Unsigned, as distributed to promotional and reviewer lists prior to trade release.
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PUBLISHER PROVENANCE: Authentic primary-source advance proof bearing original G. P. Putnam's Sons production notices and hallmarks.
