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Facsimile of the original (published posthumously in 1948) Extracts and information about M. P. Shields' great works of supernatural fantasy.

First edition. No DJ issued. Marcus Sparling was Assistant to Roger Fenton, Esq. in taking the Crimea photographs. This book provides a rare insight into the chemical knowledge of the mid-eighteen hundreds, surrounding the new sciences of photography, food chemistry and street lighting. Marbled paper-covered boards with leather spine and corners and gilt raised bands to spine. Marbled end papers… Read more about this item

The History of Sci-Fi from War of the Worlds to 2001. First edition, first printing.

With a foreword by Terry Pratchett. Large, glossy, very well-illustrated book, filled with information and illustrations of all forms of fantasy, including films, books, magazines, games and TV. Set out in an easy-to-absorb format. Ideal gift. The Ultimate Encyclopedia of Fantasy gives the layperson everything they could possibly want to know about the major fiction genre of fantasy. A… Read more about this item

Large, glossy book filled with b/w and colour illustrations from magazines such as The Strand, Harper's Amazing Stories, Strange Tales and more. Ideal gift.

Volume 1 of a three volume set. Reference book with lists of actors, directors, screenwriters, etc. from TV and film horror productions.