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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Bernard Cornwell – Sharpe’s Enemy – First Edition 1984
£150.00A first edition, first printing of ‘Sharpe’s Enemy’ published by Collins in 1984. A very good book without inscriptions in a like unclipped wrapper with fading to the spine.
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Stephen King – Cujo – First US Edition 1981
£150.00A first edition, first printing of ‘Cujo’ published by Viking in 1981. A very good book without inscriptions. In a very good unclipped/unpriced wrapper with some edgewear.
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David McKee – The Day The Tide Went Out And Out…. – Signed and Illustrated First Edition 1985
£95.00A first edition, first printing (softcover) of ‘The Day The Tide Went Out and Out…’ published by Blackie Books in 1985. A very good (if not better) book – SIGNED…
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Richard Nixon – Leaders – First US Edition – SIGNED
£185.00A first edition, first printing of ‘Leaders’ published by Warner Books in 1982. A very good book in like unclipped wrapper which is a little chipped to the spine and…
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Stephen King – CUJO – First US Edition 1981 – With SIGNED Promotional Mask
£1,450.00A first edition, first printing of ‘CUJO’ published by Viking in 1981. A very good book without inscriptions in a very good unclipped wrapper. Complete with one of the weirdest…
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Steve ‘Woz’ Wozniak – Apple II IIe Owners Guide – Spiral Bound 1986 – SIGNED
£1,250.00A fine copy of the 1986 Apple IIe Owner’s Guide, published by Apple Computers. This copy has been signed by Steve Wozniak, co-creator of Apple inc. ‘Woz’ has lined the…
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Randolph S. Churchill & Gilbert Martin – Winston S. Churchill – The Authorised Biography – First Edition Set
£750.00London: Heinemann, 1966-1988. First edition, first printings. 8 vols. 8vo. Publishers original red cloth, spines lettered in gilt with top stains intact, with the multicoloured dust wrappers. Numerous photographic illustrations….
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Albert Speer – The Slave State – First UK Edition [with] SIGNED 29 Line Letter
£1,950.00A first edition, first printing of ‘The Slave State’ by Albert Speer, published by Weidenfeld and Nicolson, London in 1981, translated by Joachim Neugroschel. A fine copy free from internal…
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P.D. James – Devices and Desires – SIGNED First Edition 1989
£50.00A first edition, first printing published by Faber in 1989. A near fine lightly toned book – SIGNED on the title page by the Author. In a near fine unclipped…
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John Le Carre – A Perfect Spy – First UK Edition 1986
£45.00A first edition, first printing published by Hodder and Stoughton in 1986. A near fine book – with one small inscription (with spotting to the top edge) in a near…
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Alfred Wainwright – An Eden Sketchbook – First Edition 1980
£45.00A first edition, first printing of ‘An Eden Sketchbook’ published by Westmorland Gazette in 1980. A near fine book with like dust wrapper with one neat closed tear.
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Ruth Rendell – The Bridesmaid – SIGNED and DATED First Edition 1989
£40.00First edition, first printing. Published by Hutchinson in London, 1989. This is a near fine copy. The dust wrapper has little wear to note, aside from some slight rubbing to…
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Iris Murdoch – The Philosopher’s Pupil – First Edition 1983
£35.00A first edition, first printing of The Philosopher’s Pupil by Iris Murdoch, published by Chatto and Windus, London in 1983. A near fine book free from internal inscriptions, some bumping…
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Iris Murdoch – The Good Apprentice – First Edition 1985
£25.00A first edition, first printing of The Good Apprentice by Iris Murdoch, published by Chatto and Windus, London in 1985. A near fine book free from internal inscriptions, with some…
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Iris Murdoch – The Book and the Brotherhood – First Edition 1987
£25.00A first edition, first printing of The Book and the Brotherhood by Iris Murdoch, published by Chatto and Windus, London in 1987. A near fine book free from internal inscriptions,…
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Salman Rushdie – The Satanic Verses – First Edition 1988 – With SIGNED Photograph
£300.00A first edition, first printing of ‘The Satanic Verses’ by Salman Rushdie, published by Viking, London in 1988. Booker Prize shortlist. A near fine book with slight bumping to the…
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