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A wonderful copy, inscribed by Gaiman himself on title page: 'Dick - all the best. Sorry about the American spelling - Neil Gaiman'
Good Omens, by Neil Gaiman and Terry Pratchett, is a comedic tale about an angel, Aziraphale, and a demon, Crowley, who collaborate to prevent the Apocalypse. Set against the backdrop of the final judgment, this unlikely duo endeavors to thwart the coming of the Antichrist and the ensuing battle between Heaven and Hell. With witty banter, quirky characters, and a plot that satirizes religious prophecies, Good Omens explores themes of friendship, fate, and the fluid nature of good and evil.
GAIMAN (Neil & PRATCHETT, Terry): 'Good Omens...the Nice and Accurate Prophecies of Agnes Nutter, which...': New York, Workman Publishing, 1990: FIRST EDITION. 8vo, publishers cloth with dustjacket, latter bumped and nicked to edges in places. Spotting along text block.

Mervyn Peake's Gormenghast Trilogy,
The "Gormenghast Trilogy," penned by Mervyn Peake, consists of "Titus Groan" (1946), "Gormenghast" (1950), and "Titus Alone" (1959). Set in the sprawling, decaying castle of Gormenghast, the series is a stunning blend of high fantasy, gothic horror, and absurdity, detailing the life of Titus Groan, the 77th Earl of Gormenghast. Unlike traditional fantasy, the trilogy focuses less on magic and more on the intricate, often grotesque characters and the complex social hierarchy that binds them. Peake's work is celebrated for its richly detailed descriptions, unique characters, and the themes of power, tradition, and rebellion. While not initially as popular as contemporary fantasy series, the "Gormenghast Trilogy" has gained a cult following and is praised for its originality, depth, and poetic prose, marking it as a masterpiece of 20th-century literature.
3 vols., First editions, First impressions, comprising: Titus Groan, 1946; Gormenghast, 1950; Titus Alone, 1959;… Read More