Description: The Penny SF Horror Classic In A Beautiful Limited EditionTHE STRANGE CASE OF DR. JEKYLL AND MR. HYDEBy Robert Louis Stevenson, with illustrations by Barry Moser, introduction by Patrick McGrath, and endpapers byAeron Alfrey2011First Centipede Press edition, one of 200 numbered copies signed by Moser, McGrath, and Alfrey.Fine. Following in the tradition of Mary Shelley's FRANKENSTEIN, this now classic novella explores the philosophical consequences of scientific pursuit unrestrained by conscience. Moser's full-page wood engravings beautifully reflect the work's own adept balance of cheap thriller and conte philosophique - an equation that continues to influence creators and spawn adaptations, as demonstrated in the appendix of reproduced movie posters at the end of this production. [Lakewood, CO]: Centipede Press, 2011. 11.75'' x 7.5''. Original quarter black velvet, with pictorial soft-touch paper boards. Endpapers with marbled design by Aeron Alfrey, green silk ribbon marker. In original green and black cloth slipcase. Illustrated by Moser with fifteen wood engravings; front cover by James Bama; rear cover by Basil Gogos; section of full-colour movie poster reproductions at rear. 257, [22] pages. Signed by Moser, McGrath, and Alfrey at limitation page. Type Punch Matrix Type Punch Matrix is a rare book firm founded by Rebecca Romney and Brian Cassidy. Between them, they bring over 30 years of experience in the antiquarian book trade. TPM sells a mixture of beloved classics and innovative texts from throughout print history, for collectors and institutions alike. Handpress and modern books, archives and manuscripts, letterpress and ephemera: TPM aims to make collecting both more accessible and more diverse, and believes in the mindful acquisition, preservation, and celebration of the materials of our literary cultures. Proud member of the Antiquarian Booksellers Association of American (ABAA), the International League of Antiquarian Booksellers (ILAB), and the International Online Booksellers Association (IOBA). Guarantee We guarantee the accuracy and authenticity of all our listings. "First edition" always means first printing unless otherwise indicated. Items may be returned for any reason within 30 days, through prior arrangement, and in original condition. Maryland residents must add 6% sales tax. Shipping We pride ourselves on our packaging. All books are carefully packed to help ensure safe arrival in condition sent. We use new boxes, with not a single bubble envelope to be found in our shipping room. We ship most packages via USPS media mail and include delivery confirmation at no additional charge. Delivery typically takes 5-10 days, but may be longer, especially during the holidays. Orders are shipped within two business days. Priority USPS, UPS, and Fed-Ex services are available on request; please inquire for a specific quote. We combine shipping on items purchased at the same time. If you check out immediately and are overcharged for shipping during checkout, we will issue you a prompt refund, once actual shipping costs are known. International shipping is available, and we are happy to ship to our international customers. Please contact is BEFORE PURCHASING for an exact quote.This listing was created by Bibliopolis.
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Location: Silver Spring, Maryland
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Author: Moser, Barry; Stevenson, Robert Louis
Publisher: Centipede Press
Year Printed: 2011
Special Attributes: Signed
Language: English
