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Stephen King – Salem’s Lot – First Edition / First Printing – Ex‑Library Copy – Doubleday 1975
$1,250.00
Product Details
This listing features a First Edition / First Printing of Stephen King’s Salem’s Lot, published by Doubleday in 1975. As King’s second novel and one of his most enduring works, Salem’s Lot has become one of the most sought‑after early titles in his bibliography.
This copy is ex‑library, which places it at a more accessible price point for collectors who want a true first printing without the premium attached to pristine copies. Despite library markings and expected wear, the book retains its original First Edition / First Printing status—making it a strong entry‑level collectible for King enthusiasts and collectors building a foundational Stephen King collection.
Ex‑library first printings of Salem’s Lot remain desirable due to the rarity of surviving copies, especially as clean examples continue to climb in value on the secondary market.
This copy is being offered with good condition book and a very good dust jacket in rare condition (see pictures). The after-market slipcase is in fine condition.
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