This hardcover edition of Rusalka by C.J. Cherryh is a first edition, first printing published in 1989 by Random House Publishing Group. It has 416 pages and weighs 27.3 Oz. The book is in excellent shape with no visible wear and tear. The story is a science fiction novel that explores the themes of survival and human nature. The protagonist, the lone survivor of a shipwreck, finds herself stranded on a hostile planet. She must struggle to find a way to survive in a world where she does not belong. This book is perfect for readers who enjoy thought-provoking stories that challenge their perceptions of the world.