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An Illustrated History of the Horror Film [First Edition]

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Author: Clarens, Carlos

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200 Madison Avenue, New York: G. P. Putnam's Sons, 1967. Rare first printing indicated by G. P. Putnam with no additional printings at copyright page. Date code 6704 at front flap of wrapper Copyright 1967 by Carlos Clarens. Foggy grey full cloth boards, bold black spine titles, light shelf wear. Thick heavy stock pages near fine. Several large photo-plate sections utilizing the author's collection of stills from the best classic horror films. Bind fine, square; hinges intact. Rare original pictorial dust wrapper, fine; unclipped 6.95, protected in new clear sleeve. Rare near fine first edition in same original wrapper. Contents: "Foreword; 1. THE WIZARD OF MONTREUIL - Paris, 1895-1913; 2. DOUBLES, DEMONS, AND THE DEVIL HIMSELF - Germany, 1913-1932; 3. A SILENT CONSPIRACY OF TERROR - America, 1900-1928; 4. CHILDREN OF THE NIGHT - Hollywood, 1928-1947; 5. THE DEAD NEXT DOOR; 6. HORROR, THE SOUL OF THE PLOT; 7. 'KEEP WATCHING THE SKY'; 8. HORROR AROUND THE WORLD; 9. NO END TITLES; Appendix: Cast and Credits of Relevant Films Mentioned in the Text; and, an Index." Printed in the United States of America. 256 pages. Insured post.. First Edition. Hard Cover. Fine/Fine. 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾" Tall.

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Bookseller's Inventory #: 022570
Title: An Illustrated History of the Horror Film [First Edition]
Author: Clarens, Carlos
Format/Binding: Hardcover
Book Condition: Used - Fine
Jacket Condition: Fine
Edition: First Edition
Publisher: G. P. Putnam's Sons
Place of Publication: 200 Madison Avenue, New York
Date Published: 1967
Size: 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾
Weight: 0.00 lbs

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