44 page manuscript of BEFORE THE PLAY Shining Prologue Signed by Stephen King by Stephen King

Manuscript. Very Good. Typewriter ribbon copy of "Before The Play", complete in 44 single sided pages, of which there are hand corrections by King on half a dozen or so, a prologue the novel The Shining. Includes four page afterword. Also the original 2 page signed agreement/contract between Kirby/King and Schiff for publication in Whispers Magazine. It is written in a play format, which was King's original intention for the Shining.There are 5 scenes that make up Before The Play: Scene 1 chronicles the construction of the Overlook Hotel and the death of the owners son: Scene 2 depicts the nightmares experienced by Lottie Pillsbury during her honeymoon at the Overlook. Scene 3 describes the Grand Masquerade Ball and the death of the lover of Horace Derwent. Scene 4 explains the accident when Jack Torrance had his arm broken by his drunk father. Scene 5 recounts the mob hit in the presidential room in gory detail.A unique piece for the serious Stephen King collector. We pack securely and ship daily with delivery confirmation on every book. The picture on the listing page is of the actual book for sale. Additional Scan(s) are available for any item, please inquire.