A signed and remarqued edition of this title from the hugely popular children's fantasy series, Mortal Engines. There is a beautiful fine pen illustration to the half title page. Only a few special copies would have had this. Philip Reeve’s Mortal Engines series is a bold blend of steampunk fantasy and dystopian science fiction, set in a far future where vast mobile cities roam the world, consuming smaller towns in a harsh system known as Municipal Darwinism. Following Tom Natsworthy and the fiercely independent Hester Shaw, the books examine the costs of technological ambition, imperial power, and environmental ruin, without offering simple heroes or villains. Inventive, dark, and emotionally resonant, the series is celebrated for its striking world-building and its readiness to show that progress often comes at a heavy price. Mortal Engines, by Philip Reeve. Published by Scholastic, London. First printing of this 2009 Collector's edition - signed by the author and hand numbered 585 of 3,000. Additionally illustrated with an original pen drawing by Philip Reeve on the half title page (remarque). A fine grey cloth hardback with metallic title to spine, with printed dustjacket. With red silk page marker ribbon. The book is as new, and appears to be in unread condition. Housed in an outer slipcase, with printed, laminated paper over boards.  Text in English. Prelims + 338pp + (1) Acknowledgements + Unnumbered 'sketchbook' section at the rear. Dimensions: approx 213mm high x 164mm wide x 37mm deep (in slipcase). Weight: approximately 700g (unpacked).