Noteworthy scarcity

The rareness of antimatter in the sci-fi novel caused a race among the characters to obtain it.

(used of texts) not shortened

The unabridged version of the science fiction novel contained all the intricate details of the futuristic world.

In Christianity, clergymen collectively (as distinguished from the laity)

In the historical novel, the author beautifully portrayed the conflicts between the clergy and the laity.