Product code: The Shining - Stephen King (Doubleday, 1977) shops 2nd print thus, S19 gutter code
Second printing of the first hardcover book club edition of The Shining by Stephen King (Doubleday, 1977). Gutter code, “S19” indicates a printing in the 19th week of 1978, the first printing's code was R52 (the last week of 1977). I've heard of no other gutter codes between these two and ISFDB claims S19 is indicative of a second printing. A very clean and rare early copy of this iconic psychological thriller / horror novel - the basis for the film of the same name and one of King's first published novels. Jacket is protected in mylar sleeve with some shelf wear around the edges including chipping and small creases/tears, mostly to spine ends and fore corners. Boards are straight and clean with corners slightly bumped. Text block very faintly sagging at top of book but binding remains strong and hinges secure. All pages are clean and unmarked. See photos for condition. shops Packaged with care and shipped via USPS Media Mail.
Second printing of the first hardcover book club edition of The Shining by Stephen King (Doubleday, 1977). Gutter code, “S19” indicates a printing in the 19th week of 1978, the first printing's code was R52 (the last week of 1977). I've heard of no other gutter codes between these two and ISFDB claims S19 is indicative of a second printing. A very clean and rare early copy of this iconic psychological thriller / horror novel - the basis for the film of the same name and one of King's first published novels. Jacket is protected in mylar sleeve with some shelf wear around the edges including chipping and small creases/tears, mostly to spine ends and fore corners. Boards are straight and clean with corners slightly bumped. Text block very faintly sagging at top of book but binding remains strong and hinges secure. All pages are clean and unmarked. See photos for condition. shops Packaged with care and shipped via USPS Media Mail.