COMPLETE Dark Harvest NIGHT VISIONS 1-9 TRADE 1st SIGNED Barker McCammon Simmons

Description: ALL ORIGINAL WORKS OF HORROR & DARK FANTASY in NINE Volumes Published by Dark Harvest from 1984-1991: Four volumes are signed, noted in bold. A well preserved, unread, collectors set.Night Visions 1 (1984) Charles L. Grant, Steve Rasnic Tem and Tanith LeeNight Visions 2 (1985) David Morrell, Joseph Payne Brennan and Karl Edward WagnerNight Visions 3 (1986) Ramsey Campbell, Lisa Tuttle & Clive Barker (The Hellbound Heart)Night Visions 4 (1987) Dean Koontz, Edward Bryant & Robert R. McCammonNight Visions 5 (1988) Stephen King, Dan Simmons and George R.R. Martin (The Skin Trade)Night Visions 6 (1988) F. Paul Wilson, Sheri S. Tepper and Ray GartonNight Visions 7 (1989) Richard Laymon, Chet Williamson and Gary BrandnerNight Visions 8 (1990) John Farris, Stephen Gallagher and Joe R. LansdaleNight Visions 9 (1991) Thomas Tessier, James Kisner and Rick Hautala Dark Harvest published nine volumes in their Night Vision series*. The series featured all Original horror and dark fantasy fiction by three different authors in each volume; one established author (such as Stephen King, Dean Koontz, Charles L. Grant, Ramsey Campbell and David Morrell) and two other writers, who were, in some cases, lesser known at the time, or just cresting the horizon of fame. (Clive Barker, Robert R. McCammon, George R.R. Martin and Joe R. Lansdale). ALL Nine copies are Fine, First Trade Editions, in Near Fine to Fine dust jackets. They represent a full run of the Original 9 book series from Dark Harvest. 4 titles are Signed: Night Visions 3 is signed by Clive Barker on the half-title page. Night Visions 4 is signed by Clive Barker, who provided an introduction, on the half title page and Robert McCammon on the page preceding his stories. Night Visions 5 is signed by Dan Simmons on pg.101. Night Visions 8 is signed by Joe R. Lansdale on the page preceding his stories. A collectors set. The print runs on the Trade first editions averaged as low as 1,500 copies (NV 1), to 2000 copies (NV 2). Then, starting with NV 3 (with 2,500 copies), this became the average trade run per title in this series (2,500 to 3,000 trade copies). The only exception being NV 5, with Stephen King heading the line up of authors 8,500 trade first editions were published. A total of 27 authors and their original works are represented in these nine volumes. The series also featured cover and interior illustrations by several of the genre's best artists. In addition to the cover illustrations shown, a few of the interior illustrations are also included here:(Photo 8) from Clive Barker's 'The Hellbound Heart' NV3, artist Stephen Gervais. (Photo 10) from Ramsey Campbell's 'Missed Connections' NV3, artist Stephen Gervais. (Photo 17) from F. Paul Wilson's 'Faces' NV6 artist Phil Parks. Several outstanding works from this original series were nominated for the World Fantasy Award; David Morrell: for ‘Dead Image’ from Night Visions 2, nominated 1986. Clive Barker: for ‘The Hellbound Heart’ from Night Visions 3, nominated 1987, the same year that Barker wrote and directed HELLRAISER, the film based on ‘The Hellbound Heart’. Including Barker’s original film, 10 other films have been made thus far based on the characters (i.e. Cenobites) from his novella. This includes a recent (2022) film based on the original source material in Night Visions 3. Robert R. McCammon for ‘Best Friends’ from Night Visions 4 nominated 1988, McCammon was also the Winner of the Bram Stoker award for short fiction for ‘The Deep End’ from Night Visions 4. George R.R. Martin for ‘The Skin Trade’ from Night Visions 5, WINNER best novella in 1989 (also nominated for the Bram Stoker Award for the same title). Sherri S. Tepper for ‘The Gardener’ from Night Visions 6, also nominated in 1989. *(A decade later Subterranean Press carried on the tradition admirably, adding three volumes to the Night Visions series (NV 10, 11 & 12), published from 2001-2006). All hardcover books with dust jackets include a mylar protector. They were removed to more accurately photograph the books. FREE ECONOMY shipping (5 to 8 business days - MINIMUM!) - within the United States* is included on this item.** PLEASE NOTE: THIS ORDER WILL SHIP IN TWO BOXES ** *For International buyers*, this item will ship Free Economy mail to the U.S. eBay shipping hub. Please Note: the remaining international shipping fees on your invoice are calculated and collected by eBay. ————————————SHIPPING:All items are shipped securely in new packaging. Boxes are used for ALL books to insure they arrive safely. All items will be ’As Described’. I offer 30 day returns. GRADING: Fine is my highest grading.A Fine book, poster or magazine will have no discernible flaws. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Near Fine An item that has minor issues. A high grade collectors item.Very Good+ An item with a few flaws, though still a very solid item for collectors.Very Good More discernible flaws, though still desirable for many collectors.Good+ or Good An item showing considerably more wear, though still having collectible value to some buyers. Several photos are always provided. If you have any questions, I am here to make sure your purchase is a pleasant experience. ABOUT: vintagepaper4u:From my collection, to yours. My name is Michael and I have been selling and collecting rare books and other vintage items since the early 1980s. I was a member of the Florida Antiquarian Booksellers for several years. For the foreseeable future I will be offering items from my 40 year collection. It includes first editions (primarily; science fiction, horror, some mystery), vintage paperbacks, original movie lobby cards, science fiction pulps and vintage magazines. My eBay store is (slowly) being stocked. New items posted most every day! Kind regards, Michael

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