Description

Stephen King The Dark Half First Edition – 1989

Stephen King The Dark Half First Edition is an original 1989 Viking hardcover, confirmed as a genuine first printing by the complete publisher’s number line.

A chilling exploration of identity, creativity, and the darkness within, The Dark Half is one of Stephen King’s memorable psychological horror novels.

When bestselling author Thad Beaumont decides to publicly retire his violent pseudonym, George Stark, the fictional identity refuses to disappear quietly. What follows is a terrifying confrontation between a writer and the darker side of his imagination.

First Edition Identification

This copy was published by Viking Penguin in 1989 and contains the complete first-printing number line:

1 3 5 7 9 10 8 6 4 2

The presence of the number 1 confirms the first printing.

Book Details

• Title: The Dark Half
• Author: Stephen King
• Publisher: Viking Penguin
• Publication Year: 1989
• Edition: First Edition, First Printing
• Format: Hardcover with original dust jacket
• ISBN-13: 9780670829828
• ISBN-10: 067082982X
• Genre: Horror, Psychological Thriller, Supernatural Fiction
• Language: English

Condition

Book: Very Good+ (VG+)

Well-preserved hardcover with clean, unmarked interior pages. No writing, highlighting, or page creases. Some natural age-related toning to the page edges. Binding and boards remain in very good condition.

Dust Jacket: Very Good (VG)

Original illustrated dust jacket with visible edge and corner wear, light rubbing, and minor creasing, particularly around the upper spine and corners. The jacket retains its attractive original design.

Why Collect This Copy?

This is a verified first printing of a Stephen King novel from the late 1980s, rather than a later printing or book club edition. The original dust jacket is present, and the book itself remains exceptionally clean for its age.

All photographs show the actual copy offered for sale.

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