"First Printing, March, 1981" stated on the page and number line 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9. 747 pages. Please email with any questions or if you would like a photo. In a current edition of Mathesons The Shrinking Man, King is quoted as saying, A horror story if there ever was onea great adventure storyit is certainly one of that select handful that I have given to people, envying them the experience of the first reading.. There were no grand gaffes or anything it was just genuinely interesting. Dust Jacket Condition: As New. I really wanted to like this one but at almost-1000 pages, it is too long to be enjoyed as a fun, stupid read. Has all the True first printing points as follows: Red "Stephen King" on the DJ did indeed come before the gold (gold was on the second issue jacket), "$19.95" price Read more Serialized novel published in six parts. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. Quarter bound in publisher's black cloth over green boards with facsimile signature embossed on bottom edge of front cover, gilt lettering on spine, green endpapers. His other awards include: the Bram Stoker Awards, the British Fantasy Award, the Hugo Award, the Locus Award, the Edward Award, the Word Fantasy Award and many more. 1st . "First Edition" stated on the page and date code "S52" on the gutter of page 446. Hodder & Stoughton, Copy 927 - sold. Stephen King, The Tommyknockers Signed First Edition. Condition: Good+. Stephen King THE TOMMYKNOCKERS 1st Edition 1st Printing | eBay DJ is torn bottom edge. Reviewed in the United States on September 1, 2022. A wonderful story from the master, a shift towards science fiction/alien themed fiction that he later explored to great effect in Dreamcatcher. Show me the best price for this book. ISBN: 0-399-13314-3. Please use a different way to share. "Stephen King" in gold on the cover. Condition: Fine. The ending was good and happy, but a lot of people died. Condition: Near Fine. Stephen King The Tommyknockers 1987 Putnam Primera Edicin Primera The vengeful housewife who learns of her husband's affairfrom a picture of Jesus on top of her TV, a picture that begins to talk. "First Trade Edition" stated on page. Stephen King - Carrie 1974Stephen King - Carrie 1974 - First edition Dust Jacket identification points. Condition: Very Good. Number line 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 on page. So in summary, the intriguing opening only serves to highlight weaknesses in the story later on. Tommyknockers. Condition: Very Good. He witnesses the transformation of the townspeople, discovers the torture and mutilation of Bobbi's dog Peter, and people being killed or worse when they pry too deeply into the strange events. ; 558 pages; Description: 558 p. ; 25 cm. Dust jacket lightly rubbed, price clipped. First edition, with Permissions to Come point. While maintaining a horror style, the novel is an excursion into the realm of science fiction for King, as the residents of the Maine town of Haven gradually fall under the influence of a mysterious object buried in the woods. That was the last one I wrote before I cleaned up my act", adding he believes it could be a good book if it was rewritten to about half its original length. Signet 451-W7645 ($1.50) "First Printing, September 1997" on the page and has a number line 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9. First Edition. Published by G.P. Simply Frugal: Waste Less, Save More, Eat Well by Harmon, Angela (Paperback) (#164475077883). Original none price clipped dustwrapper. Dust Jacket price of $27.50. Gard enters the ship, near death after his struggle with the townspeople. Softcover FindMyBooks, Bridgeport, U.S.A. Used - Softcover Dust Jacket price of $24.95. Seller: Dust Jacket price of $18.95. Octavo, 558pp. Directed by John Power, this was filmed for television in 1993, starring Jimmy Smits, Marg Helgenberger, John Ashton, Robert Carradine, Joanna Cassidy, Traci Lords, E. G. Marshall, and a host of others. In his autobiography On Writing, King attributes the basic premise to the short story "The Colour Out of Space" by H. P. Lovecraft. Siglo XX. ", Boards. JACKET: NEAR FINE. Overall a well presented Stephen King First Edition of The Tommyknockers. More buying choices from other sellers on AbeBooks. 695 p. Encuadernacin en tapa dura de editorial. Plaza & Jans Editores, S.A., Country/Region of Manufacture: Unknown. Inscribed "For Lynn- / with best wishes / Stephen King / 12-9-95" on half title page in black ink. First Edition. Stephen King - Salems Lot 2nd state 1975Stephen King - Salems Lot 2nd state 1975 - First edition Dust Jacket identification points. Seller: Metaphors for the stranglehold of addiction can be found throughout the book. Number line 1 3 5 7 9 10 8 6 4 2. Minor wear to dj. near fine without dust jacket. First edition cover of The Tommyknockers. Loved this as part of my Amazon.com: The Tommyknockers (Audible Audio Edition): Stephen King The Tommyknockers is a 1987 science fiction novel by Stephen King. Rare near fine signed first printing of a Stephen King original. Putnam?s Sons, Free shipping for many products! In terms of the writing style, it is also apparent that The Tommyknockers was written under the influence of cocaine - lots of good ideas that are rarely developed adequately before another is fired out. Copyright 1995-2023 eBay Inc. All Rights Reserved. Item is in great condition, better than I expected. 23 cm. "First Published in 1982" on page. The Tommyknockers by Stephen King Seller BFS Books Published 1988 Condition Fine Edition First Edition ISBN 9780340390696 Description: First edition, first impression UK hardback, 1988 Hodder & Stoughton. Condition: Very Good-. The townspeople of Haven are "becoming"-being welded into one organic, homicidal, and fearsomely brilliant entity in fatal thrall to the Tommyknockers. FormatPaperback LanguageEnglish PublisherPenguin Publishing Group Publication DateNov. Dust Jacket price of $45.00. In 2003, the National Book Foundation awarded him the Medal for Distinguished Contribution to American Letters. It begins with Bobbi's discovery of the ship in the earth, a flying ship buried for millions of years, but still vibrating faintly, still humming with some sort of life. without dedication. "First Printing, May, 1982" stated on page and number line 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9. Brief content visible, double tap to read full content. This one is well-loved with creasing, slight discolouration on the cover, etc. Guild Publishing, First combined edition. As this book has technology at the heart of the tale, it was interesting to consider what high-tech was considered to be 32 years ago. From . First Edition. Auflage. And as they uncover more and more of an artifact both familiar and so unbelievable it its almost beyond comprehension, the inhabitants of Haven start to change. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. Profusely illustrated book. Great gift for the collector 175637181360 ILAB. NY: Putnam's, 1987. First edition copy. Size: 8vo - over 7" - 9" tall. Tommyknockers FIRST EDITION vintage book by Stephen King circa 1987. It just might be the Tommyknocker Man. 558 pages. Spafford Books (ABAC / ILAB), Regina, Canada, Association Member: 1st Edition. Dust Jacket price of $28.95. True 1st edition, 1st printing. Or it just might be that my imagination stopped working and I just couldn't fill in the blanks with enough gruesomeness. Copyright 1995-2023 eBay Inc. All Rights Reserved. PLEASE SEE OUR ABE STORE FOR MORE HORROR TITLES. Antiquariat Liber Antiqua, Krems an der Donau, Austria. Published by Putnam, 1987. THE TOMMYKNOCKERS by Stephen King - First Edition - 1987 - from W Can't remember the title or the author of a book? NOT price-clipped ($19.95 price intact). , 1989. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Stephen King THE TOMMYKNOCKERS PB FIRST SIGNET PRINTING 1988 at the best online prices at eBay! Written by King whilst suffering from addiction and described by him as an awful book in his 2014 Rolling Stone interview. Insured post. 1. Boards. Dust jacket in great shape. rareandsigned, LEEDS, United Kingdom, First Edition (B) Trade edition. Also find The limitation sheet reads: "This special edition of The Dark Tower: THE GUNSLINGER is limited to 500 copies, signed by the author and artist. ESA 1987. 1994, ISBN10: 0451156609ISBN13: 9780451156600. The TOMMYKNOCKERS, 1. Auflage, STEVEN KING, Hardcover, G.P. Putnam's With this, a custom Castle Rock post-sized card in lavender, purple, black & white with hand-written note at back from C.R. Published by "First Printing (month)____ 1996" and number line 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1. Any "King" item you'd like as thanks? 1989, Seller: Acquired from original signee who collected SK signatures versus pay while contributing to the Castle Rock newsletter. The Great Stephen King Reread: The Tommyknockers | Tor.com Dust Jacket price of $19.95. Condition: Good. En muy buen estado. King has called Richard Matheson the author who influenced me most as a writer. If you are a new King reader, suggest one of the shorter classics such as Carrie or Misery. ", Boards. 1st Edition. Dust Jacket price of $8.95. Dust jacket has price of $5.95 on the front flap. First Edition. ", Boards. Small 4to 9" - 11" tall. Tommyknockers (Spanish Edition) Stephen King Published by Plaza & Jans Editores, S.A., 1989 ISBN 10: 840132291X ISBN 13: 9788401322914 Seller: Von Kickblanc, Quebec, Canada Seller Rating: Contact seller Book First Edition Used - Hardcover Condition: Bien US$ 13.50 Convert currency US$ 2.00 Shipping From Canada to U.S.A. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for The Tommyknockers by Stephen King (1987, Hardcover) at the best online prices at eBay! The Tommyknockers is a 1987 science fiction novel by Stephen King. Free delivery for many products! [SK]. Encuadernacin en tela con sobrecubierta, 695 pgs. Round Table Books, LLC, Palatine, U.S.A. Association Member: Published by Chapter 1, Johannesburg, South Africa, Used - Hardcover It was fun and somewhat fast paced to read, bit I had to slow down or Mr. King slowed me down to read the details and the batteries and some of the towns folk. Signed by Author(s). Printed in the USA. While maintaining a horror style, the novel is an excursion into the realm of science fiction for King, as the residents of the Maine town of Haven gradually fall under the influence of a mysterious object buried in the woods. Plaza & Jans., Thank you! Stephen Edwin King (1947 ) is an American author of horror, supernatural fiction, suspense, crime, science-fiction, and fantasy novels. Published by NY: Putnam's, 1987. Hardcover. FOR SALE! (Better I think than the Tower stories). The Tommyknockers is a 1987 novel by Stephen King. 1987. Putnam, USA, Otherwise, this is a solid, tight, clean Very Good+ three volume set in Near Fine dust jackets, which all have just a hint of wear to their corners, and are wrapped in Mylar. Dust Jacket price of $16.95. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Muy bien. DreamHaven Books, Minneapolis, U.S.A. Used - Hardcover Book reviews, interviews, editors' picks, and more. Condition: Bien. Fine/Very Good. Hardcover. . "First published in 1987 by Viking Penguin Inc." on page. Looks terrific with a new mylar cover added to dust jacket. Signed by Stephen King in black felt-tip at title page: "Stephen King". All three books have a shallow lean to their binding, and a touch of wear to their spine ends and cover corners. Vg-G/DJ. 850 gramos.PEQUEA MANCHA DE HUMEDAD CORTE LATERAL INFERIOR. THE TOMMYKNOCKERS. The Tommyknockers has something of a reputation as a drug-addled mess. [4] In a 2014 interview with Rolling Stone, King acknowledged that the quality of his writing suffered during his period of drug use, saying "The Tommyknockers is an awful book. Primera edicin. Auflage. Hardcover. Auflage, STEVEN KING, Hardcover, G.P. 1st Edition. 1. Code '1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10' printed on copyright page. Lullaby Chuck Palahniuk 2002 | 1st Edition SIGNED, Wraiths of the Broken Land S. Craig Zahler 2013 | 1st Edition, Chagall: Lithographs IV (1969-1973) Charles Sorlier 1974, Sir Winston S. Churchill First Edition Books Identification Guide, Agatha Christie Mystery Books Collecting Guide, The Mysterious Affair at Styles (1920) Agatha Christie | First Edition Identification Guide, The Secret Adversary (1922) Agatha Christie | First Edition Identification Guide, National Book Award for Fiction Winners List, Charles Robinson Illustrated Books Art Gallery, Willy Pogany Illustrated Books Art Gallery, William Heath Robinson Illustrated Books Art Gallery, Maxfield Parrish Illustrated Books Art Gallery. Rare early signature contemporaneous with the original publishing of this title. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Stephen King: Tommyknockers - 1987 1st Edition 1st Printing, Red Lettering DJ! 1988, ISBN10: 3455019021ISBN13: 9783455019025, Seller: . Signed by Author. . First Edition / First Printing. Stephen King Tommyknockers True First Edition | #2028864603 FOREWORD Stephen King INTRODUCTION Angela Slatter COVERS, ENDPAPERS & INTERIOR ART Daniele Serra PAGES 749 EDITION . Dust Jacket price of $23.50. "First Edition" stated on the page and date code "Q37" on the gutter of page 439. Always a goid read, have read it many times over the years starting way back when I was a teenager. (bin 26) Language: eng Language: eng 0.0 Language: eng 0.0 Language: eng 0.0 Language: eng 0.0 Language: eng 0.0 Language: eng. Condition: Excellent. I read this some years ago and recently realised it's one of his best stories. PS Publishing Ltd, Copy 931 - sold. ", Wrappers. Entdecke The TOMMYKNOCKERS, 1. Ive read this many times over the years and it is also my wifes favourite king novel, 1996-2023, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. Congrats, Kid The Future Lies Ahead, Bill. Carrie set Kings career in motion and became a significant novel in the horror genre. Note: This list only includes books published prior to 2000. Condition: Very Good+. foxing on the pages. G. P. Putnam's Sons, Signet 451-E9668 ($2.25). More buying choices from other sellers on AbeBooks, Also find Fine/Very Good. I read this as a child years ago and after reading recent reviews, I wondered if it was as good as I remembered. Condition: Very Good. Condition: Near Fine. Condition: Very Good+. Stephen Kings Salems Lot was published in 1975. First printing with full numberline beginning w/1. Stephen King: Tommyknockers - 1987 1st Edition 1st Printing, Red Dust Jacket price of $22.95. ADDITIONAL IMAGES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST. Controversial, but only for slow readers. Two issues, no priority: (A) 12 copies reserved for the publisher, marked: "Publisher's Copy" 40 copies reserved for the author, marked: "Author's Copy" 10 copies reserved for the artist, marked: "Artist's Copy" An indeterminate number of copies called "Presentation Copies" Limited signed edition of 850 slipcased copies (800 of which were offered for sale). Four of King's books topped the best-seller lists in 1987 alone: IT, THE EYES OF THE DRAGON, MISERY, and now THE TOMMYKNOCKERS. Hardcover. Quantity: 1 1990, ISBN10: 3453036972ISBN13: 9783453036970, Seller: 1987. Signed by Author(s). The transformation, or "becoming," provides them with a limited form of genius which makes them very inventive but does not provide any philosophical or ethical insight into their inventions. The First Edition offers collectors the finest selection of important rare books. Signed by Stephen King on title page (flat signed, no inscription). Over the course of several weeks Gard, Bobbi, and others continue to unearth the ship. More pics on request. Paste-downs and front and rear end papers in green. First edition, slip-case with full color Potter fold-out laid in. The deal is, I'm a pretty fast reader. His pseudonym was exposed by a persistent bookstore clerk. Condition: Bien. Once exposed, the spacecraft begins to release an invisible gas into the atmosphere that gradually transforms people into beings similar to the aliens who populated the ship. Book. Signed by Author. Fine in jacket and slipcase. Full content visible, double tap to read brief content. All books come with free bookmarks. may require extra postage. Bibliomania, Molins De Rei, Spain, Used - Hardcover Something went wrong. Please note, this is a very heavy book and, depending where in the world you are, the shipping might be higher than normal. 558 pages. 'The Tommyknockers by King, Stephen - biblio.com.au Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good+. Condition: Sehr gut. First Edition. The physical transformation of the townspeople resembles the toxic effects of ionizing radiation. Title: The Tommyknockers Name: Stephen King Edition: First Edition Published: USA, Putnam: 1987 Binding: Hard Cover Condition: Excellent Jacket Condition: Excellent Signed: Signed by Author Categories: Stephen King Catalogue number: 006985 Keywords: stephen king signed the tommyknockers first edition signed stephen king autograph stephen king signed hardback genuine stephen king first edition . Works discussed in this volume include Duma Key, The Girl Who Loved Tom Gordon, Under the Dome, Joyland, and Dr. Sleep. Reviewed in the United States on October 15, 2022. 1st Edition. 1st, 1997 Pages672 pages Edition1st Printing ISBN-139780452279179 Dimensions6.14 x 8.94 x 1.54 inches ISBN-100452279178 Shipping Weight1.77 lbs CategoriesFiction > Horror Stephen King I tear through books. As Bobbi is almost totally overcome by the euphoria of "becoming" one with the spacecraft, Gard increasingly sees her health worsen and her sanity disappear. Halfway through the book and it looks like I beat the tar out, Reviewed in the United States on November 13, 2014. 1st Edition. G. P. Putnam's Sons, New York, Seller: Novela. Dust Jacket price of $15.95. Entidades extraterrestres, toques de horror, personajes complejos y bien desarrollados, y un escenario de pueblo perdido y decadente, tpico de King. Boards. Insured post. Clean, unmarked pages. Seller: Signet 451-AE1508 ($2.50). 1987. The Tommyknockers (Literature) - TV Tropes The binding is tight and square. Dust Jacket Condition: Muy bien. Comments: The Tommyknockers is a science fiction novel by Stephen King. W. R. Slater - Books, Grants Pass, U.S.A. Hardcover. Edit your search. ", Boards. The Edition is limited to 850 copies of which 800 are for sale. Little-to-no indications of wear. ", Boards. A scarce signed copy of King s first foray into science-fiction. Published by ". ABOUT TRUST ONLINE; The Tommy-Knockers. 1 Edicin. Creepy black with bright green jacket design, light shelf wear, moderate rub; unclipped 19.95, protected in new clear sleeve. The opening chapters are genuinely intriguing and have all the hallmarks of a classic King creep-fest. Light wear. Cover price $60. Hardcover. Publishers first edition dust jacket, near fine, with $19.95 on front flap, gold lettering, light shelf wear to covers. Ten Valuable Stephen King First Edition Books - Knoji Reimp. Stephen King | The Tommyknockers Hardcover and dust jacket. HODDER & STOUGHTON., Putnam, THE TOMMYKNOCKERS is not the best of the lot (MISERY is), but. Such an original plot and developing storyline. I'll get myself in trouble here! fine in a fine dust jacket 1987, 2nd state. So I bought it again and don't regret it. First Edition. Stephen King boldly signed the book in black ink on the title page, ?Stephen King? Ships from Southampton, New York. In 1973, Kings novel Carrie was accepted by publishing house Doubleday. The book was delivered earlier than advised so that was good and it was packed and protected very securely and it's cover was also protected with cellophane. NOTE: NO international orders for this item. Book Search Engine Can Find The Tommy-Knockers by King Stephen. While walking in the woods near the small town of Haven, Maine, Roberta "Bobbi" Anderson, a writer of Westerns, stumbles upon a metal object which turns out to be the slightest portion of an alien spacecraft, that crashed into Earth in prehistoric times. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Stephen King Book bundle, 1st ed Bachman Books Rage, IT,new Tommyknockers,Misery at the best online prices at eBay! Signed by Author(s). It was written on a portable typewriter that belonged to his wife. Plaza y Jans, coleccin xitos, primera edicin, 1989. In all a very easy and pleasing transaction. Seller: The back dust jacket flap has a photo of the author above a 4-line bio. Copy 932 - sold. Willis Monie-Books, ABAA, Cooperstown, U.S.A. Association Member: First Edition. Hardcover. Seller: vg+ in like dust jacket (see pictures). Copy 929 - sold. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. 1987. By using this site, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. First edition with full numberline. ILAB, Used - Hardcover "First published in 1989 by Viking Penguin, a division of Penguin Books USA Inc." on page and line number 1 3 5 7 9 1 0 8 6 4 2. Sequitur Books, Boonsboro, U.S.A. Association Member: 558 pages. binding is intact. 1? "First Trade Printing October 1996" and number line 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1. DJ has some light yellowing, and wear. Additional images are available upon request. Wonder Book, Frederick, U.S.A. Association Member: