Hartley (L.P.) The Collected Macabre Stories…
£100
Edited by Rosalie Parker, with an Introduction by Mark Valentine
East Sussex, Tartarus Press, 2001.
First edition. One of 350 numbered copies. Original cloth. Dust-jacket.
Collecting together thirty-seven weird & supernatural stories by the author of The Go-Between.
‘One of the undisputed books of the year, for which demand will surely outstrip the initial printing; if you haven’t ordered it already, do so without delay.’ (Steve Duffy, All Hallows)
Established in 1990, Tartarus Press is a small, independent press which has garnered acclaim for its meticulously crafted hardback limited editions, coveted by collectors and enthusiasts of weird and supernatural lit. alike. Specialising in literary treasures of the strange and macabre, Tartarus Press brings obscure and forgotten works back into the spotlight, ensuring their legacy endures for generations to come. With accolades including five prestigious World Fantasy Awards and a “Stoker” from the Horror Writers Association, Tartarus Press continues to set the standard for quality and authenticity in the publishing of eerie and otherworldly tales.
In stock
Bought as new, unread. A fine copy; dust-jacket with small mark to head of spine but otherwise fine.
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