You are viewing an exceptionally collectible set: Books of Blood Vols I–VI by horror-master Clive Barker. This offering includes Volumes One through Six, all hardcover first editions and each signed by the author.

Key highlights & edition details:

• The Books of Blood series is Barker’s seminal six-volume anthology of horror short stories, originally published in the UK in 1984–85. 

• These are the hardcover first editions (not later paperback issues)—a very desirable format among collectors. For example, the UK hardback edition of Volume One was published by Weidenfeld & Nicolson in 1985 (after the 1984 Sphere paperback). 

• The set is signed: each volume carries the signature of Clive Barker, elevating the collectible value significantly. Signed first editions of these titles routinely command premium prices. 

Condition Notes:

• I have graded the set as “Very Good”, though truthfully the condition is Very Good or better.

• All volumes are hardcovers with dust-jackets intact.

• Jackets and boards show minimal edge wear. The pages are clean and the bindings are sound.

• PLEASE review all the photographs carefully: they are an integral part of the description and help you assess condition.

• If you have any questions or would like additional photos of any single volume, please contact me before purchasing — I’ll be happy to oblige.

Shipping & Packaging:

• Your purchase will be safely packaged – each volume wrapped and padded to protect the jackets, boards and signatures.

• Additional insurance is included in the shipping cost to cover the full value of the set.

• Ships from Providence, Rhode Island (US) – domestic and international shipping available (international buyers: please message for quote).

Why this set is special:

• The Books of Blood series firmly established Clive Barker as a major voice in horror fiction; British author Stephen King famously declared: “I have seen the future of horror, and his name is Clive Barker.” 

• First edition hardcovers in signed condition are increasingly rare, making this set a standout for serious Barker collectors or horror-bibliophiles.

• Volumes One through Six in uniform first edition hardbacks, all signed, represent a near-complete core collection.

Included in this listing:

• Volume One (hardcover, first edition) – signed

• Volume Two (hardcover, first edition) – signed

• Volume Three (hardcover, first edition) – signed

• Volume Four (hardcover, first edition) – signed

• Volume Five (hardcover, first edition) – signed

• Volume Six (hardcover, first edition) – signed

Important to know:

• I have not disbound any volumes, nor removed jackets. All are in their original state.

• This listing is for the complete set of six volumes – I will not split the set.

• Once purchased, shipping will be expedited (within 1–2 business days) and you’ll receive tracking information.

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If you are a fan of Clive Barker, collect horror-first editions, or simply want a rare and beautifully presented set — this is it. Don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions or to request close-up photographs of any volume (especially the signatures).

Thank you for your interest — please consider the photos carefully, they are part of the description. Cheers!