Rare books from Grayshelf Books, ABAA, IOBA

First edition with all the requisite first printing points; an absolutely stunning copy of this book which is notoriously hard to find in collectible condition....this being a near fine copy with a tight binding and clean white pages that shows some mild shelf wear to the spine ends and a small PO stamp on the front free end paper (interestingly his name is Per Odd Keul, an extensive world traveler and a cancer survivor); housed in a fine dust jacket that is basically flawless save for some very mild shelfwear on the top spine end....a beautiful copy of this Pulitzer Prize winning novel and THE most important work of civil war fiction....protected in a mylar cover.

First UK Edition; A Near Fine book in a Near Fine dust jacket. Typed Letter SIGNED by the author on his stationary laid in. This is the very scarce 1st UK edition; although not the true first (the US was published shortly beforehand), the UK is super rare to find in collectible condition, particularly in the ORIGINAL jacket with no restoration or repair; a truly unique item and a must for the 20th century mystery collector! This novel is on the Modern Library list of 100 greatest novels and is the basis for many film and screen adaptations. This copy is in near fine condition with a square, tight binding, clean yellow boards with bold black lettering, and crisp, off-white to white pages; age spotting is present to the exterior text block and free papers and only light shelf wear to the board edges, else fine. Housed in a near fine dust jacket that is remarkably free of any rubbing or chipping but does show minor discoloration and soiling to the back panel, spine, and flap edges (please see scans for… Read More

Uncorrected Advance Proof Copy; Near Fine in wraps. SIGNED by the author on the half title page (the book has no title page as issued). A unique collectible for the Rushdie fan; the uncorrected proof is scarce in the marketplace, particularly signed. Near Fine with some mild rubbing and creasing to the edges and light soiling to the exterior text block. Not remaindered, not ex-library; in an archival bag and will ship in a sturdy box."One of the most controversial and acclaimed novels ever written, The Satanic Verses is Salman Rushdie's best-known and most galvanizing book. Set in a modern world filled with both mayhem and miracles, the story begins with a bang: the terrorist bombing of a London-bound jet in midflight. Two Indian actors of opposing sensibilities fall to earth, transformed into living symbols of what is angelic and evil. This is just the initial act in a magnificent odyssey that seamlessly merges the actual with the imagined. A book whose importance is eclipsed only by its quality, The… Read More

Book Club Edition; A Very Good book in a Very Good dust jacket. SIGNED and inscribed by the author to the half title page. This is the BCE, published by Chilton in 1971, rare in collectible condition, exceedingly scarce signed by Herbert; the first novel in the wildly popular Dune series, basis for the films of the same name, including the newly released 2021 version starring Timothy Chalamet, Zendaya, and Oscar Isaac among others. This copy is in very good condition with a square binding, bright red boards with sharp silver lettering, and clean white pages free of markings throughout; the book does show some light rubbing to the ends, edges, and corners, and a back hinge just starting. Housed in a crisp and bright very good dust jacket that shows some minor rubbing and chipping to the ends, corners, and edges, a couple of long creases to the panels (one on the front, one on the back), and a 1" long closed tear to the top of front panel near the spine; the front flap has been clipped where the BCE… Read More

First Edition/first printing with all the prerequisite points for a first printing....intact price of $5.95, first edition stated on copyright page, P6 in gutter on page 199; Fine in a Near Fine dust jacket. SIGNED and dated by the author to the 2nd free paper, without inscription. Provenance for the signing from one of the great auction houses laid in. A stunning copy of the debut novel from the undisputed master of horror; very scarce in this condition, particularly signed and dated by SK. Housed in a beautiful custom clamshell box. This copy is in fine condition, apparently unread and without blemish; housed in a crisp and vibrant near fine dust jacket that shows only light rubbing to the spine ends and corners. An exceptional copy; a cornerstone edition for any King collection! Not remaindered, not price clipped, not ex-library; in a protective Mylar cover and will ship carefully wrapped in a sturdy box.Carrie is an American horror novel and author Stephen King's first published novel, released… Read More

First UK Edition (First Hardcover Edition); A Very Good or better book in a Near Fine dust jacket. A handsome copy of this Travis McGee novel; this edition precedes the US first hardcover edition by 5 years. This copy is in very good or better condition showing some minor spotting to the top exterior text block and some mild rubbing to the board edges; housed in a clean and bright near fine dust jacket that shows only some light rubbing with a couple of tiny chips at the spine ends. Not remaindered, not price clipped, not ex-library; in a protective Mylar cover and will ship in a sturdy box.

First US Edition/First Printing with the complete number line; a Fine book in a Near Fine dust jacket, that shows only some faint soiling to the panels, else F/F. An outstanding copy of this novel, becoming a classic of zombie fiction, and basis for the excellent movie starring Glenn Close. Not remaindered, not price clipped, not ex-library; in a protective Mylar cover and will ship in a sturdy box.

Stated first Edition/First Printing with the complete number line; a fine volume in an equally fine dust jacket, in as new and unread condition. A pristine copy of this Pulitzer Prize winning novel. Not remaindered, not price clipped, not ex-library; in a protective Mylar cover and will ship in a sturdy box.

Stated First US Edition/First Printing in a first state red jacket; A Very Good book in a Very Good dust jacket. An outstanding copy of this seminal work of 20th Century Literature, a landmark of political and dystopian fiction, and named one of the great novels of the century. This copy is in very good condition with a square, tight binding, bright spine lettering, and clean pages throughout; the book does show some mild rubbing to the board edges, light age-toning to the boards, and some light soiling to the exterior text block and free papers, else near fine or better. Housed in a sharp and bright very good dust jacket that shows some mild rubbing and creasing to the edges, moderate fading to the spine (common for the title), and some light foxing to the flap edges. Overall, a highly presentable and collectible copy of this important work of 20th Century Literature; Not remaindered, not price clipped ($3.00 intact), not ex-library; in a protective Mylar cover and will ship in a sturdy box.

Stated First Edition/First Printing with the "T03/76" code to the copyright page; A Near Fine book in a Near Fine dust jacket. SIGNED boldly by the author to the title page without inscription. This is a review copy with the publisher's review slip laid in; also laid in is the promotional postcard for the event where the book was signed, along with a receipt for the book purchased for the event (the book was signed at a "Four Blind Mice" signing event). An outstanding copy of this author's first novel; the review copy uncommon, particularly scarce signed. This copy is in near fine condition with a square, tight binding, bright spine lettering, and clean, white pages throughout; the book does show a minor crimp to the spine foot, some faint soiling to the exterior text block and boards, and a very light sunning to the board edges, else fine. Housed in a clean and bright near fine dust jacket that shows only some very light rubbing to the edges and one tiny crease to a flap corner, else fine. Overall, a… Read More

Stated First Edition with the complete number line; Fine in a likewise fine dust jacket. Author's First Book. An outstanding copy of this novel, the basis for the classic Stanley Kubrick film "Full Metal Jacket". This copy is in pristine condition with only trivial rubbing along the front hinge and slight soiling to the back panel of the dust jacket. An outstanding copy; scarce in this condition. Not remaindered, not price clipped ($8.95 intact), not ex-library; in a protective Mylar cover and will ship in a sturdy box.

First Edition/First Printing with the complete number line: A Fine book in a Fine dust jacket with only slight rubbing to the spine ends, else as new and unread. SIGNED by the author on the title page. An excellent copy of an important work of science fiction and a wonderful read! Old Man's War was nominated for the Hugo Award for Best Novel in 2006. Old Man's War was ranked #1 on a Tor.com reader poll as the best science fiction and fantasy novel of 2000–2010. In 2012 it was voted #1 on the Locus online reader poll for best science fiction novel of the 21st century. Not remaindered, not price clipped, not ex-library; in a protective Mylar cover and will ship in a sturdy box.

Stated First Edition/First Printing; A Fine book in a Fine dust jacket, as new and unread. A Review copy with review slip laid in, also including promotional material from Knopf. A pristine copy of this Travis McGee mystery, uncommon with the review slip. Not remaindered, not price clipped, not ex-library; in a protective Mylar cover and will ship in a sturdy box.

First Edition/Early Reissues (Eightieth and Seventy-Fifth Thousand) in two volumes; A Very Good to Near Fine set housed in a custom slipcase. A handsome and well preserved set of this important work; reportedly, Lincoln said to Ms. Stowe upon meeting her "so this is the little lady who started this great war". The best selling novel of the 19th century and the 2nd best selling book, trailing only the Bible. This copy is in very good to near fine condition with square, tight bindings, original green cloth decorated in gilt, and pages free from markings throughout both volumes. Some soiling to the cloth and rubbed edges, bumped corners, some light foxing and staining to both volumes, embossed bookplates to both pastedowns with PO signatures; overall, a lovely set of this classic work; will be securely wrapped and shipped in a sturdy box.

Stated First Trade Edition/First Printing with no mention of subsequent printings; A Near Fine book in a Near Fine dust jacket. SIGNED, inscribed, and dated by the author to the front free paper. An outstanding copy of this seminal novel, a classic of Science Fiction/Horror writing, and basis for the award winning movie that has spawned a renewed interest in dinosaurs and the Jurassic era as well as multiple sequels. This copy is in Near Fine condition with only light rubbing to the spine and board edges nad a small damp stain to the front free paper (MC spill a drop of coffee?), else fine; housed in a clean, crisp, and bright near fine jacket that shows slight rubbing to the spine ends and corners, and a mild age-toning to the jacket edges. Overall, a highly presentable and collectible copy of a book hard to find as such...not remaindered, not price clipped, not ex-library; in a protective Mylar cover and will ship in a sturdy box.