'Salem's Lot 1st edition 2nd printing - Ex library
Posted: Mon Jul 17, 2023 1:30 pm
Hello all,
Recently purchased an edition of 'Salem's Lot ($120) that is presented for debate. This is an ex library book that is not in the best shape, yet it is, what I think, a first edition, second printing with a 2nd state dust jacket. The gutter code is Q41 (original 1st/1st would be Q37, so this book printed 4 weeks post original print run). Dust jacket is price clippped and reprinted with the $7.95 price along with the Father Cody reference as is appropriate for a 2nd state dust jacket. Does not state First Edition on copyright page.
This has all the expected ex library markings and paraphernalia - it looks like the previous owner pulled off the original mylar dj protector (glue marks present on front and back covers) and has some obvious abuse as a 1970's library book might see (stains, shelf wear, loose (but not broken) spine...).
I will preface this next statement by saying I do so enjoy hunting and finding any book is scarce and (possibly) rare and understand that condition is a premium. I am posting here to produce an affect. Is this something people would own?
There is also the debate regarding editions of this book. There was a lively and insightful (if not confusing at times) forum string on thedarktower.org (https://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/sh ... o=comments). I also point to a thread on this site (other-edition-questions-f4/doubleday-sa ... t1721.html) to confirm 2nd printing. I cannot find the memo mentioned (I have seen it before but have failed to locate it presently).
Photos attached. Only four (4) per post, so I will add an additional post or two with just photos...
Cam
Recently purchased an edition of 'Salem's Lot ($120) that is presented for debate. This is an ex library book that is not in the best shape, yet it is, what I think, a first edition, second printing with a 2nd state dust jacket. The gutter code is Q41 (original 1st/1st would be Q37, so this book printed 4 weeks post original print run). Dust jacket is price clippped and reprinted with the $7.95 price along with the Father Cody reference as is appropriate for a 2nd state dust jacket. Does not state First Edition on copyright page.
This has all the expected ex library markings and paraphernalia - it looks like the previous owner pulled off the original mylar dj protector (glue marks present on front and back covers) and has some obvious abuse as a 1970's library book might see (stains, shelf wear, loose (but not broken) spine...).
I will preface this next statement by saying I do so enjoy hunting and finding any book is scarce and (possibly) rare and understand that condition is a premium. I am posting here to produce an affect. Is this something people would own?
There is also the debate regarding editions of this book. There was a lively and insightful (if not confusing at times) forum string on thedarktower.org (https://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/sh ... o=comments). I also point to a thread on this site (other-edition-questions-f4/doubleday-sa ... t1721.html) to confirm 2nd printing. I cannot find the memo mentioned (I have seen it before but have failed to locate it presently).
Photos attached. Only four (4) per post, so I will add an additional post or two with just photos...
Cam