"YOU'RE THE CARETAKER, SIR. YOU'VE ALWAYS BEEN THE CARETAKER. I
SHOULD KNOW, SIR. I'VE ALWAYS BEEN HERE...."
-- DELBERT GRADY OF THE OVERLOOK HOTEL
The Shining, one of his most famous works, quickly became a benchmark in the
literary career of Stephen King.
This amazing collectible is sure to delight the most discerning horror fan.
A Signed First Edition, autographed by Stephen King with a personal inscription :
"For Debbie - With best wishes, Stephen King 9/29/95 "
Contains all the correct marking for a [First Edition][First Printing]:
- "R49" in gutter of
page 447
- "FIRST EDITION" as required on Copyright page
- $8.95 Un-clipped dust jacket price
Stephen King, "The Shining" New York, New York, U.S.A. Doubleday 1977. Fine
in a Fine Dust Jacket. True First Edition, First Printing. "First Edition" as stated on Copyright Page. "R49" in gutter of
page 447. Unclipped price of $8.95 still intact on inside
front dust-jacket flap. Original production run was 25,000 copies.
Condition
Fine/NFine. Clean & straight boards. No markings, writings, or stampings. No attached
bookplates or signs of any removed. The dust jacket is is bright and clear, free of edge wear. The book is free of tobacco odors. A well-cared for book, protected from any
potential damage. This book stands out as having had exemplary care. Square and
tight spine. Not price-clipped. Some adhesive residue (about 1/2" x 1") where a sticker
used to reside on inside front cover. Two small faint black
marks on the front of the book. Overall , this is an excellent original example from 1977. Collector's grade hardcover book worthy of your Stephen
King library. Exceptional quality. Very scarce in this excellent condition!
Photos of Actual Book
Background
Reviews
The New York Times
"Horror at an unflagging pace....scary!"
Nashville Banner
"This chilling novel will haunt you, and make your blood run cold and your
heart race with fear."
Cosmopolitan
"Guaranteed to frighten you into fits....freezing terror....with a climax that
is literally explosive. "
Book Description
"YOU'RE THE CARETAKER, SIR. YOU'VE ALWAYS BEEN THE CARETAKER. I
SHOULD KNOW, SIR. I'VE ALWAYS BEEN HERE...."
-- DELBERT GRADY OF THE OVERLOOK HOTEL
THE SHINING
First published in 1977, The Shining quickly became a benchmark in the
literary career of Stephen King. This tale of a troubled man hired to care for a
remote mountain resort over the winter, his loyal wife, and their uniquely
gifted son slowly but steadily unfolds as secrets from the Overlook Hotel's past
are revealed, and the hotel itself attempts to laim the very souls of the
Torrence family. Adapted into a cinematic masterpiece of horror by
legendaryStanley Kubrick -- featuring an unforgettable performance by a demonic
Jack Nicholson --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.
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