Stephen King on Horror
Danse Macabre
Publication: New York: Everest House, 1981. First Edition.
Notes: The first edition of King's first book-length work of non-fiction, an exploration of the horror genre.
Drawing on his deep knowledge of the field, King examines horror in books, radio, and film from 1950 to 1980. The book grew from King's experiences teaching a course on supernatural literature at the University of Maine, bringing an accessible yet informed perspective to horror criticism. Throughout, King weaves personal experiences with critical analysis, creating what stands as both a memoir of his development as a writer and a thorough examination of what makes horror effective.
400 pages.
Edition + Condition: First edition (first printing with code RRD281 on the copyright page). Near fine copy in very good or better dust jacket, correctly priced at $13.95. Jacket shows light wear at corners and minor staining around price. From the Tom Garner collection.
Item No: #8080
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