Book Collection: zelig

[zelig]

I'm finally getting the collection thread started. Thanks biomieg and Webstar1000 for giving me the push I needed!

I'll say up front that my collection doesn't compare to some of the outstanding collections I have seen up here, but hopefully you will enjoy seeing some of the items. It's made up mostly of the usual suspects...

I'll kick things off with a shot of what represents the bulk of the books. I will do some close up pictures and also spotlight specific items that have some sort of story. Anyway, enjoy!

[jonp]

Looking good. Can't wait for some close up shots! A very well organised collection.

[jhanic]

Looking forward to seeing some close-up pics!

(Nice bookcases, by the way!)

John

[Lot guy]

Looks Great! Can't wait to see the couple shelves of Proofs!

[The Library Policeman]

Man, I LOVE looking at books! Collection looks great, Zelig. Looking forward to a close up look at some of your treasures.

[racerx45]

Looks good, is that a The Stand S/L I see?

[webstar1000]

Here we go! Nice

[Merlin1958]

Awesome!!! New pics!!! Can't wait!!!

[zelig]

Thanks for all the comments. I appreciate it!

racerx45, yes if you're referring to the middle bookcase, 3rd shelf from the bottom, last item on the right, that's the S/L The Stand.

I'll get some close up pics added soon and will keep things going as there's a lot to photograph.

Thanks again!

[webstar1000]

DONT TEASE>>> CLOSE UPS!

[racerx45]

I am also looking forward to more photos but I will say I am having fun with the ‘I Spy’ part for now.

[zelig]

Yeah, the "I Spy" can be fun. Every time I see someone post a picture of books on shelves, I always find myself looking over every book, and identifying them. I think we know these books so well, even if you can't read the spine, just seeing the color of it, we know what it is.

I'll post up some more images soon.

[zelig]

I think what I'll do for this next round is focus on the 1st Trade editions as that was my focus when I first started collecting. Then after that, it might be a good idea to spotlight certain individual books.

Here's some close up's of individual shelves from the 1st bookcase, which is basically all 1st Trade editions including everything from Carrie to Mr. Mercedes.

As far as I can tell, this is a complete collection of US and UK 1st editions. I know there's various opinions as to what constitutes a "Complete" 1st/1st collection.

I think I have it pretty much covered, but if you see something missing let me know. The only one I know is missing is the UK Danse Macabre which I still need to purchase at some point.

I should also figure out how to do better quality shots as they always tend to come out a little grainy, and there's the glare from the Brodart's to deal with too. I guess these aren't too bad.

Enjoy.







Variants

Although not in the same bookcase, this is a separate shelf of all the variants I have, and a few miscellaneous books.

The UK TEOTD is just a duplicate copy and so is The Shining UK. The Mr. Mercedes is an advance copy, basically just the 1st Trade, but with a letter.



From what I know, I'm missing these variants:

• 1st State Salem's (no surprise there)
• 3rd State Salem's
• EOTD (One of the printer variants, I have 2)
• Under the Dome (Grey lettering)
• Nightmares & Dreamscapes UK (£16.99 price)
• The Stand Uncut UK (£16.95 price)

A few more that fall within the 1st's category and a couple other items, and of course the Bachman's.



That's it for now!

[jhanic]

Very nice!

John

[stroppygoblin]

It's so cool to see UK and US editions side by side. Unfortunately mine are double stacked due to only having a single book case, I'd love to have them displayed like yours.

Nice to see some Silver Bullet love too

[jhanic]

I just realized, I've never heard of the Uncut Stand with a price of £16.95. Where did you hear of this?

(It's not in the catalog.)

John

[stroppygoblin]

The only one I know of that is a variant because of price alone is the UK Nightmares and Dreamscapes.

[zelig]

@Simon - Thanks, I also love seeing them side by side like that...
@John - Thanks man, and here's where I first learned of the variant The Stand Uncut UK. I hunted it down for you: The Stand Uncut UK Variants

[jhanic]

@Simon - Thanks, I also love seeing them side by side like that...
@John - Thanks man, and here's where I first learned of the variant The Stand Uncut UK. I hunted it down for you: The Stand Uncut UK Variants

Thanks! Figures that the only one is one that Bob has!

John

[Merlin1958]

Awesome!! I have a complete set of US/UK firsts as well. Love them UK DJ's!!!

[jonp]

I just realized, I've never heard of the Uncut Stand with a price of £16.95. Where did you hear of this?

(It's not in the catalog.)

John

Wow, very impressive first editions. I too didn't know about The Stand Uk - I thought I had finished UK HB Firsts - I suppose you are never finished. I have a Four Past Midnight UK DJ with £14.95 instead of £14.99. It's a proof DJ and as far as I know never made it onto the books.

[Stockerlone]

A VERY NICE COLLECTION !!!

[zelig]

@Simon - Thanks, I also love seeing them side by side like that...
@John - Thanks man, and here's where I first learned of the variant The Stand Uncut UK. I hunted it down for you: The Stand Uncut UK Variants

Thanks! Figures that the only one is one that Bob has!

John

Yep, no surprise there huh...

[zelig]

Awesome!! I have a complete set of US/UK firsts as well. Love them UK DJ's!!!

That's great... I'll have to revisit your collection thread to take a look...

[zelig]

Wow, very impressive first editions. I too didn't know about The Stand Uk - I thought I had finished UK HB Firsts - I suppose you are never finished. I have a Four Past Midnight UK DJ with £14.95 instead of £14.99. It's a proof DJ and as far as I know never made it onto the books.

Thanks. Yep, that's what I've learned pretty quick. Just when you think you're ahead, you discover there's more books you need. I don't think I knew about this Four Past Midnight UK with a £14.95 price. Great that you have one!

And thanks Stockerlone for your comment!