The Joy Machine Star Trek Paperback Book. This Star Trek adventure was published in September 1996. The Joy Machine was authored by Theodore Sturgeon and James Gunn. Rest assured that this vintage paperback book may show signs of wear. Still, the copy you receive will be in excellent or better condition than the one in the image. I have multiple copies of each book and make every effort to represent the actual book accurately. You can trust that I stand behind my products with a no-questions-asked return policy. Here is what is on the back cover. Timshel was once the vacation spot of the galaxy, full of culture, natural beauty, and friendly, hospitable inhabitants. But now Timshel has cut itself off from the universe. No one is allowed to enter or leave. Concerned, the Federation has sent agents to investigate, but none have returned. Captain Kirk and the crew of the Starship Enterprise are shocked to discover the truth: the people of Timshel have succumbed to an insidious new technology that guarantees every citizen total pleasure, a soul-destroying ecstasy that has enslaved their entire civilization. Kirk and Spock have faced many threats before, but now they face the most seductive menace of all: perfect happiness. And the rest of the Federation may soon fall under the irresistible control of the Joy Machine. Give GoFigment a chance. As a dedicated Star Trek collector, I only sell items that meet my personal collection standards. ISBN: 0-671-00221-X Author: Theodore Sturgeon and James Gunn Condition: (VG) Very good: The book does not look new and has been read but is in excellent condition. There is no obvious damage to the cover the dust jacket (if applicable) is included for hard covers. There are no missing or damaged pages, no creases or tears, and no underlining/highlighting of text or writing in the margins. It may have very minimal identifying marks on the inside cover as well as very minimal wear and tear. See the seller's listing for full details and a description of any imperfectionsSeptember 1996