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Our signed, limited edition of The House on the Borderland & Others by William Hope Hodgson is published in three states: Collector’s, Deluxe and, Lettered Editions. See the announcement here.
The House on the Borderland & Others by William Hope Hodgson is the first volume of Weird., a series of fine press weird fiction volumes curated, edited and introduced by S.T. Joshi.
William Hope Hodgson (1877–1918), an eminent figure in early 20th-century weird fiction, is celebrated for his pioneering contributions to the subgenre of cosmic horror. A former sailor, Hodgson used his nautical experiences to craft stories imbued with a unique blend of maritime adventure and otherworldly terror. His best works, collected in this volume, are among the pinnacles of weird writing of his era.
Carefully curated by S.T. Joshi, this collection features Hodgson’s groundbreaking novel, The House on the Borderland. Set in a remote manor in Ireland beset by supernatural forces and inexplicable time shifts, it stands as a cornerstone of cosmic horror and showcases Hodgson’s mastery at blurring the lines between fantasy, horror, and science fiction.
Also included are The Voice in the Night, The Mystery of the Derelict, The Whistling Room, and The Thing in the Weeds. These stories, whether set on the high seas or in haunted rooms, showcase Hodgson’s skill at weaving the spectral into chilling, unforgettable narratives. Included as an Appendix is On the Bridge, a poignant prose-poem about the sinking of the Titanic.
This collection serves as a fitting tribute to Hodgson’s imaginative prowess and his lasting impact on speculative fiction, taking the reader on a journey through the spectral landscapes and eerie seascapes he crafted—an experience that transcends the ordinary confines of genre and reality.
COLLECTOR’S EDITION:
- Limited to only 225 unnumbered copies.
- Signed by S.T. Joshi and Dave McKean.
- Fully bound in dark green Toile du Marais book cloth with Dave McKean’s emblematic artwork inset onto the front board.
- Title of series and book foil-stamped on the spine.
- Colour artwork printed via four-colour lithography, with text and pen-and-ink artwork printed letterpress by Hand & Eye Editions on GF Smith Max Absolute White 150gsm.
- 29 full colour plates plus 12 pen-and-ink illustrations printed letterpress.
- Enclosed by a custom slipcase handmade by Ludlow Bookbinders, wrapped in dark green Toile du Marais book cloth with a Suedel-lined interior.
- Trim size of 170mm by 240mm (6.7in by 9.5in).
- 296 pages.
