American academic (1918–2011) who is best known as “the father of cryonics” for his work and advances in the field of cryogenics. He is currently cryopreserved at the Cryonics Institute, which he founded. Two signed books, The Prospect of Immortality, featuring different dustjackets, one signed in black ballpoint on the first free end page, the other signed and inscribed in black ballpoint, “For Del Reddy, Live & Thrive, Robert Ettinger.” In fine condition, with a loose hinge to one, and reparative tape and toning to the opening pages of the other, with some light wear and rubbing to each dustjacket. RRAuction COA.
