First Edition (1951) What Dreams May Come By Cynthia Asquith
$ 273.99
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Offered for sale is a true first edition of What Dreams May Come by Cynthia Asquith, published in London in 1951. This is Asquith’s only full-length collection of original ghost stories and one of the most sought-after volumes in classic British supernatural fiction. The book is complete with its original illustrated dust jacket , priced 10s. 6d. net , confirming first issue status. Copies in this condition, especially with the jacket intact, are increasingly scarce. Condition The Book Itself: Clean, bright pages with light age toning Solid binding, no loose pages No inscriptions or bookplates noted Dust Jacket: Original, unclipped Moderate edge wear and rubbing consistent with age Some chipping and surface wear, but artwork remains clear and attractive Spine text fully legible Please review all photos carefully. About Cynthia Asquith: Cynthia Asquith was one of the most influential literary figures in early 20th-century Britain. She is best known as the editor of The Ghost Book 1927 , one of the most important supernatural anthologies ever published, which helped define the modern English ghost story. Asquith moved in elite literary circles and worked closely with writers such as M. R. James , L. P. Hartley , and Walter de la Mare . Although primarily known as an editor, What Dreams May Come stands out as her only major work of original supernatural fiction , showcasing her own mastery of psychological horror, atmosphere, and subtle dread. History & Significance of What Dreams May Come: Published in 1951, What Dreams May Come arrived at a time when traditional English ghost stories were falling out of fashion, making the book something of a late classic of the genre. Rather than relying on overt shocks, Asquith’s stories focus on: Psychological unease Social tension Quietly disturbing revelations The collection has since become a cornerstone work for collectors of supernatural fiction and is frequently cited alongside works by M. R. James and Elizabeth Bowen for its restrained but chilling style. Due to its modest original print run and fragile dust jacket, surviving first editions, especially with the jacket, are increasingly hard to find . For further provenance. The previous owner of this book informed me that they had purchased it from Peter Harrington London. Included with this item is a slip from Peter Harrington, informing both price and information on the book. Dimensions: Weight - 350g Height - 19cm Width - 13cm Thickness - 2cm
Item arrived much better than described and is such a privilege to own, ty as this probably cost you more to send than I paid (honestly, I expected the item to be of much, much poorer quality for the prise!), well packaged and shipped fast. would encourage anyone to buy from this person! A +++
I pressed wrong knob and declined your 1st offer by mistake , so thanks for agreeing same price , it was very decent of you . Kind regards and thanks , waiting for it to be delivered Tomorrow Ann
Beautiful! A piece of history in great condition for being 250 years old. Fast shipping with tracking was very helpful. Very pleased with kind and fast service.
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