Signed by Bradbury, Elvira, Bloch, Rowena, and Nolan

The Book Sail 16th Anniversary Catalogue [Signed, Numbered]

Bradbury, Ray (contributor); Bruce Francis (cataloger)

Publication: Orange, CA: McLaughlin Press, 1984. First Edition.

Notes: One of 400 signed and numbered copies of this extraordinary science fiction catalog, which includes an introduction by Ray Bradbury, short stories by Robert Bloch and William Nolan, an illustration from the fantasy artist Rowena, and a short, never-before published scene cut from Bram Stoker's Dracula. A lenticular portrait of Elvira, Mistress of the Dark, appears on the front cover.

This significant catalog from pioneering science fiction dealer John McLaughlin features extraordinary offerings, including Bram Stoker's Dracula typescript, a complete run of Weird Tales, and 46 pages dedicated to H.P. Lovecraft materials.

The catalog is not paginated, but there are 639 items on about 250 pages, including 30 full-page black-and-white plates.

Edition + Condition: First edition (first printing). Near fine; plain back cover somewhat scuffed. Numbered 291 of 400 in blood-mixed ink. Signed by Bradbury, Bloch, Nolan, Elvira, and Rowena.

Provenance: The Tom Garner Bradbury Collection. I have supplied an original flyer promoting the catalog, which now accompanies the book.

Item No: #365011

Price: $300