The literature of the 1980s reflected the era’s social and political landscape, marked by cultural shifts and technological advancements. From the rise of postmodernism to the emergence of diverse voices in literature, the decade saw a blend of experimentation and introspection. Authors explored themes of consumerism, identity, and the impact of technology on society. Notable works such as Salman Rushdie’s “Midnight’s Children” and Margaret Atwood’s “The Handmaid’s Tale” challenged conventions and sparked discussions. The 1980s also witnessed the advent of cyberpunk literature, reflecting anxieties about the future. Overall, it was a dynamic period of literary innovation and cultural exploration.
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Peter Grimwade – Doctor Who – Mawdryn Undead – First Edition 1983
£35.00A first edition, first printing published by Target in 1983. A near fine book with tanning to the pages and some wear to the edges.
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Peter Grimwade – Doctor Who – Time-Flight – First Edition 1983
£35.00A first edition, first printing published by Target in 1983. A near fine paperback book with tanning to the pages and some wear to the edges.
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Donald Cotton – Doctor Who – The Romans – First Edition 1987
£35.00A first edition, first printing of Doctor Who The Romans by Donald Cotton, published by Target, London in 1987. A near fine book with light shelf wear to the front…
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Donald Cotton – Doctor Who – The Myth Makers – First Edition 1985
£35.00A first edition, first printing published by Target in 1985. A near fine paperback book with tanning to the pages and some wear to the edges.
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Cicely Veronica Wedgwood – SIGNED Letter
£125.00A fine autograph letter from Cicely Veronica Wedgwood to E. Stanley Jones, in pencil dated 5 October 1987, written in blue ink on light blue writing paper with central horizontal…
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Sir Lawrence Gowing – SIGNED Letter
£75.00A fine typed and SIGNED letter from Sir Lawrence Gowing addressed to Stanley Jones Esq, 96 William Way, Letchworth, Herts 5962 HY, dated 12th April 1984, on white copy paper…
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Emlyn Williams – SIGNED Letter
£75.00A fine hand written and SIGNED letter from Emlyn Williams addressed to Mr Jones, dated 21st June 1982, on white personalised Basildon Bond writing paper –Â 123 Dovehouse Street London…
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Clare Francis – SIGNED Letter
£45.00A fine autograph letter from Clare Francis to E. Stanley Jones, dated 28th July 1981, on white Conquerer personalised writing paper – ‘Bywater Place, Walhampton, Lymington, Hampshire SO4 8SB’ -…
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George MacDonald Fraser – Flashman set in 12 volumes – ALL SIGNED First Editions, and with SIGNED ephemera
£9,750.00A complete set of the twelve Flashman novels, all first UK editions, each signed or inscribed by the author, with two typed letters signed from Fraser to Dennis Wheatley. Comprising:…
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Michael Crawford – The Phantom Of The Opera – SIGNED Programme 1987
£185.00An original A Stoll Moss Theatre programme – signed by the star, Michael Crawford to his portrait within. Programme is in very good, lightly edge worn condition.
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Wyndham Lewis – Blast 1, Blast 2, and Blast 3 (Three Issues) with LP Record
£150.00Published by Black Sparrow Press, Santa Barbara, 1981. Blast 1, Blast 2, and Blast 3 (Three Issues) with lp record.
Contributors include: Wyndham Lewis, Seamus Cooney, Bradford Morrow, Hugh Kenner, Bernard…
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Clive Barker – Night Visions [First mention of ‘Hellrasier’] – First UK Edition 1987
£125.00A first edition, first printing published by Legend in 1987. A very good book with one name to the first page – small stain – some creasing. The book includes…
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Nigel Robinson – Doctor Who – The Second Quiz Book – First Edition 1983
£35.00A first edition, first printing published by Target in 1983. A near fine book with tanning to the pages and some wear to the edges.
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Nigel Robinson – Doctor Who – The Edge Of Destruction – First Edition 1988
£35.00A first edition, first printing of Doctor Who – The Edge of Destruction by Nigel Robinson, published by Target, London in 1988. A near fine book with tanning to the…
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Eric Saward – Doctor Who and the Twin Dilemma – First Edition 1986
£30.00A first edition, first printing published by Target in 1986. A very good paperback book with tanning to the pages and some wear to the edges.
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John Peel – Doctor Who – Mission To The Unknown – First Edition 1989
£35.00A first edition, first printing of Doctor Who – Mission to the Unknown – The Daleks’ Master Plan: Part 1 by John Peel, published by Target, London in 1989. A…
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