April 12, 2024
THE SHINING (1977) STEPHEN KING, Signed 1st Edition, 1st Printing, Rare R49 Code
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THE SHINING Stephen King DOUBLEDAY & COMPANY GARDEN CITY, NEW YORK 1977 Stated first edition; first printing w/ R49 code at page 447. Beautifully signed by Stephen King on signature cut lightly adhered at title page: "Stephen King, October 24, 1976". Very attractive. From a time this very book was going to print. Rare early SK signature in flourishing vintage style. Tan boards, black cloth spine wrap, gilt spine titles, lt. shelf wear, rub. Deckled pages fine; blank decorative bookplate at frt. endp., small surface-pull behind back flap. Bind solid; hinges intact. Original first edition wrapper, lt. wear; unclipped $8.95, protected in clear sleeve. Intriguing, wrap-around jacket illustration by Dave Christensen. Sharp, complete example. A benchmark in the literary career of Stephen King and his third published novel following Carrie and 'Salem's Lot. The Shining stands as a cultural icon of modern horror, a searing study of a family torn apart, and a nightmarish glimpse into the dark recesses of human weakness and dementia. The Overlook Hotel claimed the most beautiful setting of any resort in the world, but the Torrance family saw much more than its splendor. Danny, blessed - or cursed - with a shining, precognitive gift saw visions hideously beyond the comprehension of a small boy. For Jack, Wendy, and their young son it is
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