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Collector Features & Identification
Author: Stephen King
Book Series: The Eclipse Pairing (Companion Novels)
Illustrator: Rob Wood (Cover Artist for both volumes)
Publisher & Year: Viking, 1992
Format: Hardcover with Dust Jacket (HCDJ) - 2 Volume Lot
Edition: True First Editions, First Printings (Both Volumes).
Identification: Both volumes feature the stated \"First published in 1992 by Viking Penguin\" on the copyright page with a full number line (1 3 5 7 9 10 8 6 4 2). Original $23.50 publisher\'s prices are unclipped and present on both front flaps, verifying them as the highly sought-after Trade Editions (Not BCEs).
Genre: Psychological Horror / Thriller
Total Combined Page Count: 637 Pages
(Gerald\'s Game: 332 Pages
Dolores Claiborne: 305 Pages)
About the Books (Synopsis)
A premium, interconnected pairing of two Stephen King masterpieces, linked by the total solar eclipse of July 20, 1963.
In Gerald\'s Game, a harmless bedroom fantasy goes violently wrong, leaving Jessie Burlingame handcuffed to a bed in an isolated summer cabin with a dead husband, a hungry stray dog, and the terrifying shadows of her own mind.
Meanwhile, on Little Tall Island, Dolores Claiborne is sitting in a police interrogation room, finally confessing to the murder of her abusive husband thirty years prior—a murder that took place under the dark skies of the very same eclipse. Two harrowing tales of survival, trauma, and unbreakable female resilience.
Archival Preservation
Mylar Shield: Both dust jackets are protected by professional-grade, archival-safe 1.5-mil Mylar covers.
Full-Wrap Backing: The dust jackets are stabilized with acid-free, pH-neutral paper backing to prevent edge-creasing and acidic migration from the boards.
Structural Integrity: Stored upright in a smoke-free, climate-controlled environment. The bindings are exceptionally firm and uncracked.
Condition Report
This 2-book set is in Like New condition.
Dust Jackets: Pristine and vibrant, protected by Mylar with virtually no wear. The original $23.50 publisher\'s prices are unclipped and present on both.
Bindings: Exceptionally tight, square, and firm. Unread condition—the spines are unbroken, and the boards are extremely stiff. Sharp, well-defined corners.
Text Blocks: Pages are immaculate, clean, and crisp.
Internal: No markings, library stamps, remainder marks, or previous owner names in either volume.
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:
○ Themetic Pairing: Secures two intrinsically linked, first-edition Stephen King classics in a single, curated lot.
○ Deep Forensic Research: I conduct meticulous research on every book, thoroughly checking number lines, publisher markers, and pricing codes to guarantee exactly which printing and regional edition you are receiving.
○ The Craft of Preservation: Books arrive protected by high-grade archival sleeves with acid-free backing. I take the utmost care to ensure your dust jackets don\'t suffer the usual scuffing or shelf wear.
○ Unmatched Transparency: Unlike sellers who rely on single stock photos and vague conditions, I provide highly detailed descriptions and do not hide flaws, ensuring you see exactly what you are buying down to the smallest detail.
○ Transparent Pricing & True Shipping: Unlike other sellers who artificially double their postage costs to hide their true asking price on the back end, I charge exactly what the post costs me. The listing price reflects the honest market value of a fully verified, high-quality set, with zero shipping gouging.
○ 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 books to properly showcase their flawless condition, alongside nice, high-quality photos taken from all angles, including the copyright pages.
Buyer Inquiries
○ Questions: If you have any questions about this listing or need to see additional details, please reach out. I am always happy to answer any questions you might have.
Shipping & Handling
○ Your books will be shipped with protective padding in a safely padded box or bubble padded mailer. I ship within 1-2 business days.
○ Service: USPS Media Mail
○ Combined Shipping: I offer combined shipping if you are looking to acquire multiple items from the archive. Just send me a direct message before checking out so I can sort the rates for you.
Physical Dimensions (Stack Laying Flat)
Height: 9.50 in
Length: 6.50 in
Width: 2.50 in
Combined Weight: 2 lb
