Onions ([George] Oliver) Ghost Stories.
£85
Edited and with introduction by Rosalie Parker
East Sussex, Tartarus Press, 2000.
First edition. One of 350 copies. 8vo. Original cloth. Dust-jacket.
A superb collection of Onions’ ghost stories, ‘a generous collection of supernatural invasion, psychological unease, and transitory shifts between the commonplace and the surreal.’ (William Simmons, 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.
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Bought as new, unread. A fine copy in fine dust-jacket.
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