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Collector Features & Identification
• Author: Stephen King
• Publisher & Year: Viking, 1992
• Format: Hardcover with Dust Jacket (HCDJ)
• Edition: True First Edition, First Printing.
• Identification: Verified by the $23.50 price on the jacket flap (0992) and the full 1 3 5 7 9 10 8 6 4 2 number line.
• Genre: Horror / Psychological Thriller
• Topics: Survival, Isolation, Jessie Burlingame, Psychological Trauma
• Era: 1990s
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Vintage: Yes (34 years old)
• Page Count: 332
About the Book (Synopsis)
What begins as a remote getaway and a private game between a husband and wife quickly spirals into a harrowing struggle for survival. When Jessie Burlingame is left handcuffed to a bed in a lakeside cabin, she must confront the shadows of her past and the terrors of the present in a race against time and her own unraveling mind. Gerald\'s Game is a masterclass in suspense and psychological terror.
Archival Preservation
• Mylar Shield: Protected by a professional-grade, archival-safe 1.5-mil Mylar cover.
• Full-Wrap Backing: The dust jacket is stabilized with acid-free, pH-neutral paper backing. This prevents edge-creasing and protects against acidic migration from the boards.
• Structural Integrity: Stored upright in a smoke-free, climate-controlled environment. The binding is exceptionally firm and resistant.
Condition Report
This copy is in Near Fine condition.
• Dust Jacket: Excellent condition; the white and grey background is bright and clean with no shelf rub, fading, or tears. Protected by Mylar.
• Binding: Tight, square, and firm.
• Boards: Immaculate black boards with brilliant, sharp metallic red spine lettering.
• Text Block: Pages are crisp, white, and clean. No markings, stamps, or inscriptions are present.
• Internal: No library marks, remainder stamps, or previous owner names.
Why This Listing Has Premium Pricing
This is a preserved collector asset that respects forensic honesty. You are paying for verified quality and professional curation:
○ Deep Forensic Research: I conduct meticulous research on every book, thoroughly checking number lines and publisher markers to guarantee exactly which printing you are receiving.
○ The Craft of Preservation: Hardcover books arrive protected by high-grade archival sleeves with acid-free backing.
○ Unmatched Transparency: I provide honest, detailed descriptions of the surface characteristics and structural integrity, ensuring you know exactly what is in your collection.
○ Transparent Pricing & True Shipping: I charge exactly what the post costs me. The listing price reflects the honest market value of a flawless, unread, fully verified first printing.
○ 360° Video Display & Comprehensive Photography: Please see all pictures and the included video to know exactly what you are getting. I utilize a rotating display platform to provide a full 20-second 360-degree rotation of the actual book.
Buyer Inquiries
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Physical Dimensions (Book Only)
• Height: 9.50 in
• Length: 6.25 in
• Width: 1.25 in
• Weight: 1 lb 7 oz
Shipping & Handling
• Your book will be shipped with protective padding in a safely padded box or bubble wrapped envelope. We ship within 1-2 business days.
• Service: USPS Media Mail
