Weird & Supernatural
A Love Tale
London, Eveleigh Nash, 1912.
First edition, first impression. 8vo. Original orange cloth.
Set in a distant future where the sun has died, humanity survives in a massive pyramid called the Last Redoubt, besieged by monstrous entities. The protagonist ventures into the dark to rescue a lost love, encountering various horrors. A seminal work in the Dying Earth subgenre, praised for its imaginative scope and eerie atmosphere.
This copy has no publisher's catalogue present, but there is no established primacy on this basis.
American Literature
London, Eveleigh Nash, 1916.
First UK edition. 8vo. Original peach cloth. Dust-jacket, priced 3/6.
A collection of 24 short stories by O. Henry, showcasing his characteristic wit, wordplay, and surprise endings. Notable stories include "The Ransom of Red Chief," where two kidnappers find themselves overwhelmed by their spirited captive, and "The Whirligig of Life," which humorously explores the unpredictability of human relationships.
Weird & Supernatural
London, Eveleigh Nash, 1913.
First edition. 8vo. Advertisements. Original blind-tooled red cloth.
The first collected edition of Hope Hodgson's occult detective Carnacki's adventures.
Weird & Supernatural
London, Eveleigh Nash, 1911.
First edition. 8vo. Original purple cloth.
Irish author and paranormal investigator O'Donnell delves into various types of dreams and attempts to uncover their hidden meanings. He discusses the symbolism and oneirology of dream elements, exploring how dreams can offer insights into the subconscious mind, personal experiences, and even premonitions.
Weird & Supernatural
London, Eveleigh Nash, 1916.
First edition. 8vo. Advertisements. Original cloth.
Two poems and eight short stories, mostly of darkly supernatural nautical themes inspired by the author's own time at sea. "Long neglected, unappreciated, one of most important formative influences in modern tale of supernatural horror." (Bleiler). Very rare.