Vintage 1981 Raiders Of The Lost Arc Paperback Novel Book Adapted From The Screenplay And Based On The Movie. Released By Ballatine Books in 1981 to tie in with the release of the blockbuster movie. Indiana Jones, archeology professor and swashbuckling adventurer, has unearthed many an ancient treasure. But now the very future of the world depends on his finding one special relic. With a bullwhip in his hamd and a beautiful lady at his side, jones journeys from Nepal and Cairo to the Mediterranean, dodging poisons, traps and snakes, battling rivals old and new, all in pursuit of an ancient artifact said to give invincible power to its possessor. Its a battle to a startling finish, a finish dictated by the magic, the light, and the power of the Lost Ark. The book is in very good condition over all, which is amazing considering it is now over 42 years old. The front and back covers are nice clean and bright but does have some wear which is mainly along the edges and a few minor creases. The spline is also in very good condition, but does have some wear along the edges. Internally the book is in very good condition, all 188 pages are present and attached, they are clean and bright without any signs of damage or writing on any page, other than a few minor age spots. A truly wonderful example of a vintage Paperback Novel from yesteryear. All orders received before 4.00pm Monday to Fridays are shipped the same day.