Stephen King – Skeleton Crew (1985)

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Stephen King – Skeleton Crew (1985) | Putnam Hardcover with Dust Jacket

Stephen King’s Skeleton Crew (1985) is a landmark collection of horror and suspense fiction, published by G. P. Putnam’s Sons. This vintage hardcover edition features the iconic black dust jacket with the eerie cymbal-playing monkey illustration.

Featuring 22 works of short fiction, Skeleton Crew showcases King’s extraordinary ability to transform ordinary situations into unforgettable nightmares. From supernatural terror and psychological suspense to dark humor and science fiction, this collection remains one of his most celebrated works.

Featured Stories

Among the memorable selections are:

• The Mist – A mysterious fog engulfs a small Maine town, trapping survivors inside a supermarket as terrifying creatures emerge from the darkness.
• The Monkey – A sinister mechanical toy brings deadly consequences to those unfortunate enough to encounter it.
• The Jaunt – A chilling science-fiction tale exploring the terrifying possibilities of teleportation.
• Mrs. Todd’s Shortcut – An unusual journey through the back roads of Maine takes a supernatural turn.
• The Raft – Four college students encounter a deadly presence while swimming in an isolated lake.
• Survivor Type – A stranded surgeon resorts to increasingly desperate measures to remain alive.
• Gramma – A young boy discovers that his grandmother may harbor a terrifying secret.

The collection also includes The Reach, The Ballad of the Flexible Bullet, Word Processor of the Gods, and other memorable Stephen King stories.

Edition & Publication Details

• Author: Stephen King
• Title: Skeleton Crew
• Publisher: G. P. Putnam’s Sons
• Publication Year: 1985
• Binding: Hardcover
• Dust Jacket: Original illustrated dust jacket
• ISBN-10: 039913039X
• Language: English
• Country of Publication: United States
• Genre: Horror, Suspense, Supernatural Fiction, Short Stories
• Edition: 1985 Putnam hardcover edition
• Printing: Not definitively identified

Condition – Very Good

This vintage hardcover is in Very Good condition, with an exceptionally clean and well-preserved interior.

Hardcover: Black boards with gold spine lettering remain attractive and well preserved. Binding appears solid, with minor handling and shelf wear consistent with age.

Pages: Clean, securely bound, and well maintained, with light age-related toning. No significant interior damage visible in the inspected pages.

Dust Jacket: Original illustrated dust jacket included. Displays visible shelf wear, light surface rubbing, and minor edge and corner wear, particularly around the upper edges and spine. The original front and rear jacket flaps are intact.

Overall: An attractive vintage hardcover with an excellent interior and an original dust jacket showing typical signs of age